by Aaron Woodward | Apr 15, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweep
When preparing for your annual cleaning and inspection, you may want to ask a few questions. Here is a good guide to get your started.
by Aaron Woodward | Mar 22, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Sweep
Inside Your Chimney: Algae and Plant Growth in High-Moisture Areas Do you spy algae growing on your roof or chimney masonry? This is more serious than the cosmetic concern it may appear to be. For starters, algae, moss, lichen, or mold on your chimney signifies the...
by Aaron Woodward | Mar 15, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair, Chimney Sweep
After a long, cold, rainy winter, you’re ready for spring, and you know it’s time for spring cleaning, and that includes your fireplace and chimney. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we get lots and lots of rain, even during the fall and winter, and this means possible...
by Aaron Woodward | Mar 2, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair
Having biological growths (i.e., lichens, moss and/or fungi) present on masonry walls is usually an indication that there is excess moisture in or around the masonry. These growths should be removed immediately, as they attract moisture to the masonry surface and hold...