by Aaron Woodward | Jul 30, 2018 | Chimney Water Damage
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you don’t need to be told about the weather. Here in the Seattle area, we see more rain than any other place in the continental U.S. in addition to ocean air, and somewhat harsh winters. If you live in the area, and have a...
by Aaron Woodward | Mar 16, 2017 | masonry repair
When winter snow and ice begin to melt and winter weather turns to spring, it can be hard to detect winter damage. Most of the chimney system is hidden, especially to the untrained eye, so unless there are noticeable changes to the system. The best way to diagnose...
by Aaron Woodward | Jan 9, 2015 | Winter Masonry
During the cold months of winter, most people retreat inside to spend time with their families around a roaring fire. Unfortunately, the freezing temperatures that make us want to stay inside can also have a negative effect on our chimneys. Steep drops in...
by Aaron Woodward | May 10, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance, Chimney Repair
The chimney liner plays a critical role in the health of your chimney system. Without a functioning flue liner, the heat produced from the fire can damage the masonry on the exterior wall.