No-nonsense chimney reads from our Westerville crew on what builds up in a flue, how leaks really start, and how to hire without getting burned.
What every Westerville homeowner should know about how much is a chimney cap, explained without the sales pitch.
Read more →The century homes around Uptown and the Otterbein blocks carry tall masonry chimneys with original clay-tile flues. Here is what those older chimneys need, and what to watch for before you burn.
Read more →A fireplace that pushes smoke into the room is telling you something about the draft. Here are the real reasons a Westerville chimney smokes back, and what actually fixes it.
Read more →Birds, squirrels, and raccoons treat an open flue as prime real estate, and spring is when they move in. Here is how to tell, why it matters, and how to keep them out for good.
Read more →The crown is the part of a chimney almost no one looks at, and a single crack in it feeds the water damage behind most major masonry repairs. Here is why it matters and how to protect it.
Read more →Converting a wood-burning fireplace to gas is popular in Westerville homes, but the chimney does not take care of itself in the change. Here is what the flue actually needs to vent gas safely.
Read more →Not every chimney inspection is the same. Here is what the recognized inspection levels actually cover, and how to know which one your Westerville chimney needs.
Read more →One call reaches a real Westerville chimney crew that scans the whole flue, documents the condition, with no surprises at the end.