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Gracey Jarvis

Chimney Fire/Sudden Occurrence

September 11, 2020 by Gracey Jarvis

What is a chimney fire? Frequently I get the question: what is a chimney fire like? Half of them sound like a freight train, the other half are slow rumblers that residents often cannot hear. Burning Practices: Make sure you are burning dried-seasoned wood and that you’re having your chimney inspected annually and cleaned if need. […]

Tuckpointing

May 27, 2020 by Gracey Jarvis

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 mortar is to hold the bricks tightly together and to keep the moisture from entering […]

Smoke Chamber Repair

May 27, 2020 by Gracey Jarvis

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 6″ thick if lined with firebrick or 8″ […]

Masonry Repair

May 22, 2020 by Gracey Jarvis

Never put off masonry repair. Chimney damages can start small and lead to extensive issues if not addressed in a timely manner. Bricks may end up spalling or falling away from the structure. 2 Possible Dangers: For instance, here are some examples of serious damages that may occur if repairs are not acted upon immediately: […]

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Werk Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45211
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