by Aaron Woodward | Oct 29, 2025 | Chimney Repair
If you live in Burien, you know how quickly our weather can shift, from drizzly mornings to cool, windy nights that make you want to light a fire. That’s why keeping your chimney in solid shape isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about comfort and safety for your home....
by Aaron Woodward | May 31, 2019 | Chimney Repair
It is very near summer, but your chimney system may still be giving you problems. The amount of precipitation that we get in the Pacific Northwest along with the fluctuating temperatures throughout fall and winter can damage even a well-constructed chimney. When your...
by Aaron Woodward | Oct 29, 2016 | Chimney Repair
In order for your fireplace to burn safely and efficiently, all its components need to work together. One chimney component that has a major impact on fireplace performance is the chimney throat. Despite being rarely mentioned and often forgotten, the chimney...
by Aaron Woodward | Apr 26, 2016 | Chimney Repair, Chimney Water Damage
Water in your fireplace and chimney – whether it is a few small drops or a large puddle – is never a good thing. And because chimneys have many different components, identifying the exact cause of a chimney leak can be difficult. However, it is important...
by Aaron Woodward | Aug 10, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair, masonry repair, water damage
Many homeowners happily use their fireplaces for years, naively assuming that their chimneys are in excellent working condition. That is, however, until a leak happens. The most likely culprit is water damage to the chimney structure, which can be caused by a number...
by Aaron Woodward | Jul 23, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair, Chimney Sweep, Fireplace Maintenance
There are a number of home repairs that cannot be ignored. One of the most important is to fix smoky chimneys. A smoky chimney can signify that it needs to be inspected for. further damage or schedule a simple cleaning. A dirty chimney can be tremendously hazardous....
