Both the best waterproofing products and the best method for waterproofing a chimney are reasonable queries, but they are too general for a straightforward response. Which type of chimney is best waterproofed? Are we waterproofing the brickwork’s breast or a vertical wall? You may use different items on different types of chimneys because there are […]
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Your roof is meant to keep the rain, snow and moisture outside where it belongs. One place that is particularly susceptible to water intrusion is where your chimney meets your roof. Enter the chimney flashing. Even though it’s a relatively small part of the roof, chimney flashing is critical in protecting your home from water […]
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So your mason (or your gut) says the chimney needs more than a patch job. Perhaps one side has a crack in it. Or the top few rows of brick look like they’re about to slide right off. Still, “rebuild” is a frightening word to hear about a part of your house you don’t think […]
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We observe the same trend every winter in NYC: homeowners notice cracks, leaks, or bits of brick on the ground after the first significant snowstorm melts and they smell something moist near the fireplace. The chimney structure is severely stressed by the combination of freezing temperatures, trapped moisture, and shifting ice, which results in some […]
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