Woodbridge Chimney Liner Job
Woodbridge Chimney Liner Job
Through rain or sleet, through snow or hail. Chimney problems don’t wait for nice weather, in fact these issues often crop up during the time of the year that they needed most.
This chimney flue vented the oil heating system, had broken tiles in the middle of the chimney that the furnace repair man noticed at the bottom of the trap. The connector pipe from the furnace to the chimney wall was also rotted and had to be replaced. If the tiles collapsed and blocked the chimney, there would have been a major safety situation. Luckily this furnace man had a grasp of chimney systems. Unfortunately not all technicians do, it is often disregarded by heating contractors until it gets to the point of being clogged and back drafting. Yearly routine cleaning and servicing would prevent these issues from becoming a last minute emergency job.
What is a Chimney Cap? Do I need one?
A chimney cap is capping that will go around the top of a chimney. It is needed and is essential for your chimney as it will keep moisture, animals and debris from getting in your chimney. Many homeowners don’t think it is important to have a chimney cap, but it is. The chimney cap will end up saving you money in repairs later down the road. It can even safe your family’s life.
Everyone that has a fireplace or woodstove needs to have a chimney cap. The chimney cap will keep embers from escaping out the chimney and landing on your roof. These embers can easily start a fire. When a homeowner is burning a fire, then the embers rise up the chimney, but the chimney cap will keep the embers from leaving the chimney and landing on the roof. This is very important as it will start a fire on the roof or your home.
Keeping moisture from your chimney is another job the chimney cap will do. Rain and snow will enter the chimney if there is no cap on it. The moisture will start to deteriorate the chimney lining. This can cause cracks which can cost a homeowner a lot for repairs.
Having a chimney cap installed will keep birds, raccoons and squirrels from making a nest in your chimney. A squirrel can create a nest for their family in under one day. That is how fast animals can move into your chimney. These type of nests will create a blockage in the chimney. The blockage can cause carbon monoxide to enter the home along with causing damage to the chimney liner. If there is a chimney cap on the roof, then no animals can build their nest in the chimney.
The reasons for having a chimney cap are many and without one can cause a homeowner many repairs. The chimney cap is a very easy fix and installation for a professional chimney sweeper. There are all different sizes and styles to fit any home.
Have a chimney cap installed today and save yourself money tomorrow. You won’t regret it.
Get your Chimney Cap installed by the Top Stamford Chimney Sweep! Safeside Chimney.
Connecticut Best Business Guide: Control Your Heating Costs
Control Your Heating Costs
The ever-increasing cost of oil has many Americans fearful of the price they will pay to heat their homes this coming winter. Though the market is subject to fluctuation, industry experts predict that consumers will spend between $3,000 and $4,000 if they opt to continue heating with oil. However, as global warming continues, there are alternatives that not only will save consumers money but also promote the philosophy of saving green by going green. At Safeside Chimney, we offer the alternative of wood
stoves and pellet stoves.
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Westport Chimney Paint Damage
Paint Causes Chimney Damage
Moisture is a brick’s enemy. If a brick retains too much moisture, especially in freezing cold temperatures, the expansion/contraction causes the brick to break apart or spall. Generally, this means the faces or slivers and corners will pop off. In some cases, they will split and crack altogether. This can happen if the brick is especially soft or porous such as some older brick manufactured prior to ASTM standards. Sometimes it just happens due to an excessive amount of moisture and lack of water protection such as a breathable masonry water sealant. Safeside offers this as an economical solution in cases where the situation isn’t yet systemic and there is no structural or safety concerns.
But , even a properly manufactured brick will almost surely spall if painted. The paint holds the moisture inside the chimney preventing it from escaping. This will damage the brick and the mortar, creating structural issues. It is also is quite unsightly as the paint will peel and the brick faces will break off littering the surrounding areas.
Westport Chimney Paint Repair
This particular chimney was not structurally unsafe, as the mortar was still solid, but large chunks of brick were rolling off the roof onto the walkway areas below. It was also an eyesore on an otherwise lovely home. If you know your chimney has been painted, contact us at Safeside today to fix the issues to ensure your safety.
Danbury Chimney Reflashing
Damage to Chimney Flashing in Danbury
Aside from keeping your chimney safe by cleaning and sweeping, we at Safeside Chimney work to repair damage done to your chimney’s exterior for weather and in a recent homeowner’s case, animals.
Many do not know that squirrels in particular can and do gnaw on chimney flashing – especially if the flashing material is lead. Lead has been thought to attract squirrels because they may find it to taste rather sweet. This is not however hard to believe, as in ancient history, the Romans used lead acetate as a sweetener, even though many died due to lead poisoning. Because of this, it is also possible for squirrels to get lead poisoning from consumption. Below is an example of what these Varmints can do!!!
Options for the Danbury Chimney Reflashing Project
Our Danbury homeowner needed a solution and opted to replace the damaged flashing with copper material, which squirrels are not attracted to. Copper is more expensive, but thankfully the material matches other copper atonements on their home. We also offer a more affordable alternative of sealing up the flashing with roofing tar, assuming there are no existing leaks , which prevents squirrel intrusion and is less expensive than replacing the flashing. We understand the importance of maintaining your chimney both inside and outside, which is why we work with you to determine the best solution for you, your budget, and your home.
When we were finished the customer was happy, the problem was solved and the squirrels have nothing to chew on!
Thank You from the Safeside Chimney Team!
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