by Joe Shear | Feb 14, 2019 | Chimney Maintenance
Your chimney is a dark, cramped space. Because of this, it is difficult to see the condition of the inside of it. Sometimes, there are even difficult places to reach during a chimney inspection, but the technicians at Northeastern Masonry & Chimney use a video...
by Joe Shear | Jan 31, 2019 | Chimney Dampers
Most people that own a fireplace know that a damper is important for controlling airflow in and out of their fireplace. However, a lot of people may not realize that the type of damper they have installed in their chimney system could have a major effect on their home...
by Joe Shear | Jan 14, 2019 | Winter Chimney
Did you know that it only takes a little bit of water to some cause some very serious issues to your chimney masonry? Although your chimney was designed to withstand some harsh conditions like high winds, extreme heat, and falling debris, all it takes is a little bit...
by Joe Shear | Dec 31, 2018 | Hearth Refacing & Repair
Did you know that your fireplace can increase the value of your home? In fact, a survey of real estate agents revealed that nearly 80 percent of agents believe that a fireplace can raise a home’s value by $1,000 – $5,000. However, if your fireplace is crumbling...
by Joe Shear | Dec 17, 2018 | Chimney Repair
Your fireplace is the backdrop for most of your holiday celebrations. From opening presents, to warming up after playing in the snow, to visiting with family and friends, your fireplace offers a rustic charm that makes your home a wonderful place to be during the...
by Joe Shear | Nov 29, 2018 | Fireplace Restoration
Your fireplace was designed and constructed to withstand extreme temperatures and corrosive gases. However, after years and years of use, even the most well-designed fireplace will start to look worn, crumbly, and dirty. When your older fireplace starts to have issues...
by Joe Shear | Nov 15, 2018 | Smoke Chamber
There are a lot of components to your chimney system. You probably know the functions of components such as chimney caps, dampers, and chimney crowns, but do you know the function of your chimney’s smoke chamber? Since your smoke chamber is not visible and not...
by Joe Shear | Oct 25, 2018 | Chimney System
Do you have issues with chimney odors? Is there smoke blowing back into your home? Are your fires not burning as efficiently as you would like them to? If you have any of these issues, the likely cause is an issue with your home’s airflow or air pressure and can be...
by Joe Shear | Oct 10, 2018 | Chimney Leaks
When it comes to the health of your chimney, there are there are a lot of things that can be detrimental to it. However, a lot of the problems associated with poor chimney health can be traced back to moisture entering into your chimney system. A leaky chimney can...
by Joe Shear | Sep 21, 2018 | Chimney Repair
Is your chimney in rough shape? Are your bricks and mortar starting to wriggle loose and pop out? Is your chimney a safety hazard? Your chimney was built to handle extreme temperatures, wind, water, and whatever else mother nature wants to throw at it. Over time any...
