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 | Apr 24, 2017 | Chimney Leaks
Drip, drop, drip. It’s not a pleasant sound for a homeowner. Correct that: the soporific sound of a steady rain can be one of Nature’s most soothing sound tracks. We don’t mean that. No, we mean the annoying and alarming sound of what appears to be a leaky roof. The...
by Joe Shear | Dec 10, 2015 | Chimney Leaks
Maybe Santa Claus spilled some hot chocolate on your roof and it stained your chimney. Or a reindeer sharpened his antlers on your structure. No, those really are not reliable clues of a chimney leak. In fact what are the signs of a leaking chimney? Ask an experienced...
by Joe Shear | Jun 29, 2015 | Chimney Leaks
We all know that water plays a major role in the world; without it, most of our plants would wither and die in a matter of weeks. The human body can only function without water replenishment for a few days. However, just as water gives, it also takes away. Over time,...
by Joe Shear | Jun 10, 2015 | Chimney Cap, Chimney Leaks
Chimney caps are a lot like the topper on a Christmas tree, with one glaring difference—a chimney cap is much more than decoration. They’re vital organs to a chimney that should be well taken care of and replaced when needed. Chimneys come in many different designs,...
by Joe Shear | Nov 25, 2014 | Chimney Leaks, Chimney Repair
Your chimney system is comprised of numerous parts, all of which are inspected by the chimney professionals at Northeastern Masonry & Chimney during your annual chimney inspection and sweeping. Some of these parts are more prone to leaking than others, and, as...
