by Marisa Bell | Leaky Chimney
If you’ve been wondering- should you use a chimney sealant, then you need to understand its purpose. If you have a masonry chimney made with mortar and materials such as brick, stone, or cement, it is more vulnerable to moisture. A Masonry Chimney’s Enemy...
by Marisa Bell | Leaky Chimney
According to the National Weather Service, the Kansas City metropolitan area experiences approximately 38 inches of rain annually, which is on par with the national average. However, frequent periods of heavy rain are not unusual. For example, in 1961, Kansas City...
by Marisa Bell | Leaky Chimney
Under the right conditions, chimney flues can be ideal places to harbor mold growth. Mold thrives in dark, poorly vented and damp areas. Your chimney is already dark and poorly vented (compared with an open room in your home, for example). Add moisture from a leak...
by Marisa Bell | Leaky Chimney
Summer storms that dump huge amounts of rain in short periods of time can be problematic for a home causing damage to your chimney system. In fact, if the system isn’t properly maintained, any rain any time can lead to serious issues. Here are some things you need to...
by Marisa Bell | Chimney Inspection, Leaky Chimney
A chimney leak is nothing to take lightly, no matter how “minor” it seems to be. If a chimney has begun to take in water, the problem will only get worse over time rather than better. A leak is defined as any situation in which water from rain or melting snow can get...
by Marisa Bell | Leaky Chimney
A leaky chimney can be confusing, dangerous and possibly quite expensive to fix if the problem isn’t taken care of in the early stages. When getting estimates to have your chimney leak repaired, consider working with licensed, certified chimney professionals, who...
