by Joe Shear | Dec 30, 2015 | Winter Chimney
Let’s face it: our winters here in the Northeast have no shortage of freezing and thawing cycles, snow-covered rooftops, and resulting damage to chimneys. In spite of Mother Nature’s annual winter barrage, many people continue to overlook the need for chimney system...
by Joe Shear | Oct 13, 2015 | Chimney Maintenance
Ever notice that residents can always spell the name of the place where they live, even if the name is tricky? It’s true. Even for bad spellers. “Poughkeepsie” is no exception. You’ll likely find that the locals know how to spell Poughkeepsie. It goes with the...
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...
by Joe Shear | Sep 10, 2014 | Chimney Cap
We all love what our chimneys do for us. They add a certain aesthetic beauty to our homes and help keep our families safe from the smoke and harmful gases that would otherwise leak into our homes without them. Since we value them so much for this provided protection,...
