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The Number 1 Archnemesis of Architecture, Water Damage.
Water, the nemesis of architecture, the villain of building, the antithesis of shelter; it is now time to talk about the final boss. Water damage is dangerous in all forms and to more than just the chimney. It's time to compile the misdeeds of the well-known...
Soundproofing a Chimney, Simple and Easy.
Acoustics, the room format is most important while recording or even everyday living if you have noisy neighbors. Like any other object in a studio, room, or home, Chimneys have a noticeable effect on soundproofing. Sound Proofing the Chimney Wall Chimney breast, the...
Chimney Storm Preparation!
The weather is the enemy of the home, and the chimney is no exception. There are many ways natural disasters can end, and they tend to live up to their name; in other words, if you aren't prepared, things will be disastrous. So, no matter the weather, here's a helpful...
Joint effort on joint work. Style vs Substance!
The last time we spoke on brick and mortar, we focused on the joints. Specifically, one part of the process, pointing and its variants: Pointing, the finishing of the mortar joints Repointing, repairing said joints Some specific varieties: tuckpointing, flush...
What’s the Point of Pointing?
Brick and mortar, this is for the folks with masonry chimneys or masonry at all. Pointing, Repointing, and Tuckpointing is a trinity of points essential to know when calling about something wrong with the bricks, specifically with the mortar. Today we will be going...
Gas Heaters and the Need to Inspect the Chimney.
I don't need a chimney sweep because I don't use my fireplace or my chimney. Well, I'm sorry to be the one to inform you; that's WRONG! It is most probable that you use your chimney, and there are many reasons that even if you genuinely don't, you should get it...
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The Number 1 Archnemesis of Architecture, Water Damage.
Water, the nemesis of architecture, the villain of building, the antithesis of shelter; it is now time to talk about the final boss. Water damage is dangerous in all forms and to more than just the chimney. It's time to compile the misdeeds of the well-known...
Soundproofing a Chimney, Simple and Easy.
Acoustics, the room format is most important while recording or even everyday living if you have noisy neighbors. Like any other object in a studio, room, or home, Chimneys have a noticeable effect on soundproofing. Sound Proofing the Chimney Wall Chimney breast, the...
Increase Your Homes Worth with a Fireplace?
Many things go into buying and selling a home; real estate considers many factors, after all. How many rooms? What's the number of plugs? The size of the bathrooms, and the number as well. What's the area around the home like; is it a safe district or one full of...
Why You Should Schedule 1 Chimney Sweep a Year.
Everything has an expiration date, a time when it needs to be inspected and either replaced, repaired, or otherwise cleaned up. Chimneys are no different; they wear down over time and need cleaning. The question is, how often should you schedule a chimney sweep? The...
Chimney Sweeping Logs vs The Professionals
Nobody wishes to pay extra and wait for appointed times to get their chimneys cleaned; as such, people have turned to other solutions that cost less or frees up their schedules for other activities. For lawn mowing, some pay for others to do it for them. For food...
Squirrels in Your Chimney – What to Do
There are several kinds of animals that seek shelter in chimneys. Squirrels are one example of animals that can take up residence in your chimney. While it can be annoying or even scary to have a critter running around your chimney, don't panic. Today's blog discusses...
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