by John Perdue | Dec 12, 2019 | chimney maintenance
As we head into the holiday season here in the Charleston region, the fireplace is a popular spot for friends, family, and loved ones to gather around and celebrate. To be sure that your chimney and fireplace system will work safely and efficiently throughout the...
by John Perdue | Nov 6, 2017 | Masonry Repair
When it comes to maintaining your chimney, you want to always be on the lookout for water leaks. The earlier that you can spot a leak, the less damage will occur to your chimney and your home. As we are heading into winter, you should keep this in mind: water...
by John Perdue | Mar 8, 2017 | Chimney Flashing
The last time it rained, did you notice water dripping from the ceiling? If so, this could mean that you have a leaky roof. If the leak is near your chimney, however, you may have a damaged flashing system instead of a roof problem. This type of damage is more common...
by John Perdue | Nov 28, 2016 | chimney maintenance
When you notice water stains on your ceiling, the first thing that probably comes to your mind is that your roof is leaking. However, before you call a roofing company, you should know that your roof leak could possibly be a chimney leak. The chimney area is a very...
by John Perdue | Jun 14, 2016 | Masonry Repair
Masonry chimneys are built to last a lifetime, but the bricks and mortar can become damaged over the years from being constantly exposed to the elements of weather. All of the water from rain and melted ice and snow can weaken masonry materials over time because they...