by Joe Shear | Mar 29, 2019 | Chimney Liner
Your chimney is designed to remove hot air and gases produced in your fireplace out of your home quickly and smoothly. However, if the inside of your chimney is cracked or is crumbling, hot gas and smoke can churn inside it. If you don’t have a protective... 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 | 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 | Jun 8, 2018 | Chimney Odor
The main purpose of your fireplace is to enhance the ambiance of your living space. However, if your chimney produces smelly odors, this could ruin the ambiance of your home. There are a number of reasons why your fireplace is smelly. At Northeastern Masonry and... by Joe Shear | Feb 7, 2018 | Chimney Crown
Mother nature isn’t kind to your chimney. Over the years, the weather can take a serious toll on your chimney. A couple of the most devastating elements your chimney faces is water and ice. If water is allowed inside your chimney, there are a variety of problems that... 