Chimney Maintenance

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Common Chimney Questions and Answers

Keep your chimney chugging along.

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Water Damage and Your Masonry Chimney

Water causes more damage to masonry chimneys than fires do.

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Chimney Fires

Chimney fires are a risk you take with any wood burning stove or fireplace.

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5 Problems to Avoid when Installing a Chimney Pot

They used to be common, and they still have appeal today.

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6 Tips for Inspecting a Chimney Flue

Following these 6 tips for inspecting a chimney flue will help ensure the safety of your home.

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7 Reasons Why You Need a Chimney Liner

A chimney liner is an essential safety feature.

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5 Advantages of Using a Clay Chimney Liner

You've got options, so get informed!

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Installing Chimney Flashing

Chimney flashing stops leaks.

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How to Successfully Repair a Chimney Leak

Leaks can cause serious damage and expense.

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What to Look for when Buying a Chimney Flashing Kit

Create a seal between the roof and the chimney.

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How to Repair Broken Chimney Mortar

If these structures erode they can become a serious hazard.

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How to Install Wood Stove Chimney Flashing

You'll have this one done in a flash.

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5 Tips for Properly Attaching a Stovepipe

It connects the heating unit to the chimney flue.

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How to Tell if a Chimney Needs to be Cleaned

It's important to have a regular maintenance program.

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How to Install a Chimney Cowl

There are different types of chimney cowls.

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How to Repair Chimney Flashing

It's not easy, but it's much cheaper as a DIY.

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How to Clean a Chimney Flue

A chimney needs to be cleaned regularly.

How to Construct a Chimney Crown

A chimney crown or mortar cap might seem to be a simple and sometimes insignificant part of a chimney.

10 Advantages of Using a Chimney Balloon

A chimney balloon is a balloon made of special heat reactive, durable material. Its purpose is to block

4 Different Types of Chimney Cleaning Logs Explained

Chimney cleaning logs are used to reduce creosote and build-up of tar and soot in the fireplace.

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How to Install a Chimney Damper

The damper controls heat, airflow, and smoke for your fireplace and chimney.

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How to Clean a Wood Stove Chimney Pipe

Ensure a safe wood-burning fire with a clean chimney pipe.

How to Seal Chimney Flashing

Chimney flashing is the layer of sheet metal that connects from the roof to the chimney, designed to be the seal that prevents water from entering your home by running down the chimney.

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How to Make a Homemade Chimney Cap

New chimney caps can cost upward of $300. Build your own in a few steps with this guide.

How to Install a Chimney Flue

Fitting a chimney flue into a chimney is a necessary part of starting to use an old chimney.

4 Different Types of Chimney Flashing Explained

Chimney flashing will help prevent water from leaking into the chimney.

Painting a Metal Chimney Cap

A chimney cap is an important part of your chimney system. When you have a chimney the chimney cap is

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How to Clear Out a Blocked Chimney

Clean your chimney in eight easy steps.

3 Different Types of Chimney Brushes Explained

Chimney brushes are important tools when it comes to cleaning the flues of our fireplaces or woodstoves.

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How to Replace a Chimney Crown

Sometimes replacing is better than repairing.

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How to Clean a Wood Stove Chimney

Clean wood stoves increase efficiency and decrease fire risk. Here's how you can clean them yourself.

3 Common Chimney Cowl Problems

A chimney cowl is a very neat and convenient solution to addressing noises, downdraft and nesting birds that may plague your chimney.

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5 Tips for Mixing Chimney Mortar

Mortar consistency is the single most important factor in chimney building.

Chimney Cleanout Door Basics Explained

The chimney cleanout door is the back door of a chimney where the rubbish is taken out. This piece may be behind the fireplace or it could be located outside the house.

Extend A Chimney Flue In 5 Steps

If smoke has a tendency to build up inside your home when using the fireplace, it might mean that your chimney flue needs to be extended to create better airflow.

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How to Install a Stainless Steel Chimney Liner

Installing a stainless steel chimney liner is relatively easy especially if you do not mind crawling

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5 Problems to Avoid When Installing a Chimney Cap

Avoid making any of these common mistakes when installing your chimney cap and you can prevent later problems.