by Clayton Lamb | May 27, 2020 | Video Feature
What is tuckpointing? We often get calls from customers asking for a tuckpointing estimate or asking exactly what tuck-pointing means. Basically, this is the process of removal of damaged or deteriorated mortar from between the bricks. The purpose of the...
by Clayton Lamb | May 27, 2020 | Video Feature
Customers often ask what’s the best crown repair after getting the confirmation of chimney crown damage. Remember, the chimney crown is not a cap. The purpose of the crown is to shed water off the top of the brick chimney chase. Its also to cap off the brickwork...
by Clayton Lamb | May 27, 2020 | Video Feature
Defining a smoke chamber: An important part of any fireplace is the smoke chamber. For instance, it’s the area of the chimney which provides support for the clay flue tiles that make up the chimney’s liner. According to NFPA 211, the walls of smoke chambers should be...
by Clayton Lamb | May 27, 2020 | Video Feature
Direct vent fireplaces are a very efficient type of gas fireplace. Although gas fireplaces have been reliable in the past, direct venting is even better. The primary differences between direct-vent and traditional gas fireplaces are efficiency, safety, and...
by Clayton Lamb | May 27, 2020 | Video Feature
Copper Outside Mount Cap Custom Caps: Outside mount chimney caps come with a “skirt” which is placed over the top of the chimney to fit like the lid of a shoebox. To clarify, the skirt protects the corners of the chimney and the kicker edge helps deflect water away...
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