Masonry Topics

It may surprise you to learn that chimneys aren’t just reserved for fireplaces. Many furnaces and boilers also use them, allowing gases and exhaust out of your home and into

Flue liners have an important role to play in ensuring the long life and safe use of your chimney. Flue liners are a conduit inside a chimney made from either

When your chimney flashing is intact and functioning as it should, it will keep rainwater out of your house. However, it isn’t uncommon for flashing to break or experience leaks.

Our home is one of the most important things we own. It’s where we raise our families, entertain friends, and is a place of refuge from the world. It is

Does your chimney currently have a crown? You may be wondering why this is such an important part of your chimney system and what a crown could do for you.

Water can penetrate nearly any substance over time. Steel will rust, and concrete will break its barrier when it is exposed to water over a long duration. Chimneys are made

What is tuckpointing? People often get confused with this term. Tuckpointing is a term used for various procedures which include the procedure of eliminating weakened areas, pointing, repointing, and applying

With weather conditions getting more severe than ever, having a fireplace in the house has become a necessity. A lot of people are opting to have a chimney, as this

Relining a chimney is a complicated but following the right steps will help ease the process. You must be conscientious of everything—from taking careful measurements to meeting local government standards