waterproofing Archives - Total Chimney Care

What Causes Chimney Leaks?

by Steve Sobczak | Apr 13, 2020 | Chimney leaks

Spring’s wet weather is often a welcome sight after months of snow and cold temperatures but, unfortunately, it can bring with it some unexpected (and unpleasant) surprises. One of these is chimney leaks. If you notice water spots forming on your ceiling, peeling...

What Can Happen If You Neglect Your Chimney

by Steve Sobczak | Nov 3, 2019 | Neglected Chimney Care

The holidays always swing back around quicker than expected and that often leads to a busy fall and winter for us as sweeps! Here at Total Chimney Care, we’ve been inspecting, repairing, and sweeping countless chimneys over the last few months, and we would love to...

Benefits Of Regular Cleanings & Inspections

by Steve Sobczak | Sep 22, 2019 | Chimney Inspection

One thing that the CSIA, as well as countless reputable chimney companies, promote is the importance of annual chimney inspections. These, along with regular cleanings and sweepings, can make an enormous impact on the safety and efficiency of your appliance and, here...

Are you ready to light your fireplace?

by Steve Sobczak | Nov 25, 2016 | Fireplace Information

Temperatures are dipping, and the holidays are almost upon us. This time of year has many homeowners lighting their first fires of the season. Before you use your fireplace for the first time this fall, you need to follow this checklist to determine: Are you ready to...

Keeping Water Out of Your Chimney

by Steve Sobczak | Sep 2, 2013 | Chimney Maintenance

Waterproofing a Chimney The chimney is the least thought about and most exposed to the natural elements of any house. Most brick houses are protected by a roof, yet the chimney sits above the roof and sometimes attached to the side of the house. The natural elements...

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