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Ask any chimney expert, and he or she will tell you that water and chimneys don’t mix. Most chimneys do a pretty good job of withstanding the high heat and corrosive byproducts of combustion, but your chimney is likely no match for water. That is, unless it has been professionally waterproofed and well-equipped with a […] Read more

A masonry technique that hides imperfections in walls or structures or covers a concrete block wall or structure, parging is similar to stucco in what it does, but the mixing the mortar, as well as applying it, in the parging process is a job for masonry experts. At Chimney Saver Solutions, our skilled and experienced […] Read more

In our day-to-day work as chimney professionals, Chimney Saver Solutions technicians talk to our clients a lot about ways to prevent chimney fire hazards and damaging moisture intrusion. But those problems definitely aren’t our only concern. Preventing carbon monoxide intrusion is a big focus for us as well, because it’s a serious danger, and as your […] Read more

Replacing your firebox on a regular basis is a wise practice, as it can keep you healthy as well as to ensure the health of the rest of your household. Chimneys that are cleaned at least once a year aid in the removal of hazardous creosote deposits and other toxins. As your families enjoy the […] Read more

According to the CSIA, chimney flue problems can pose serious risks to your home and family, as it’s no longer able to effectively perform its primary function: to safely contain and usher the harmful byproducts of combustion to the outside of your home.   Read more

While a fireplace and chimney ideally will last the lifetime of your home, sometimes the exterior of your fireplace will suffer chipped bricks, black stains from soot, and other cosmetic blemishes. Or, you have moved into an older home with a fireplace with looks that need improving. According to This Old House, installing a fireplace […] Read more

When you hire a chimney sweep, what kind of services should you expect? How will you know they’re the real deal? How are they going to inspect and clean your chimney? These are a few of the questions that will certainly pop up. Read this to know the 6 most important questions you need to […] Read more

If you have a masonry chimney, you may have discovered that proper chimney maintenance, like keeping up with your annual chimney sweeps and inspections, goes a long way to help extend the life of your chimney. However, part of your chimney is always exposed to the elements – its exterior, and you may have noticed […] Read more

  After a long, brutal winter, the spring season has finally arrived. With its arrival comes the grand task of spring cleaning, and one step people often forget or ignore is your home’s chimney. While a lot of homeowners think the best time to schedule their annual chimney sweeping is in the fall, actually, you […] Read more

Since your chimney has no way to tell you that it needs an inspection, you must keep an open eye for warning signs. Also, you should have an annual inspection and sweep to make sure that the chimney is performing at its best. However, if your chimney is acting unusual you should call for help […] Read more