Don’t Let Your Chimney Come Crumbling Down

Spring is here and it’s time to spruce up the house and get it looking beautiful for summer. You’re trimming the shrubs, planting flowers and putting down the grass seed.

While you’re looking around the house for things that need to be done make sure to take a peek at your chimney; it’s one of your homes most important accessories.

  • Is the mortar looking loose?
  • Are the Bricks crumbling?
  • Maybe you have noticed a little bit of whitening on your chimney, this whitening is called efflorescence it is crystallized water which is a sign that your chimney may have water damage.

If you have noticed any of these issues it’s a sign that your chimney is compromised and you should have it looked at to prevent further problems from occurring.

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