Why does my chimney leak? Chimney leaks are often a result of multiple factors working together. Weathered mortar joints, a damaged chimney crown, compromised flashing, and porous masonry materials can contribute to water infiltration. The most common culprit is...
Are you on the fence about having a professional come out and inspect your Chimney and Fireplace? Let The Fireplace Doctor put your mind at ease. This is what to expect once you call The Fireplace Doctor Fireplace & Chimney Services. The duration of the chimney...
The 2023 Hurricane Season is here. And if you live in the great state of Florida, you know it's best to be ready before a storm hits. Florida, by a wide margin. Since accurate hurricane records began in 1851, some 125 hurricanes have made landfall in the state of...
Oftentimes people don't think about their chimneys and fireplaces until it starts to get cold enough outside to use them. People tend to forget that their Chimneys are deteriorating every single day and not only when they are in use. Nobody wants to wait till it's...
Example of a poorly kept fireplace and chimney with large amounts of creosote build-up!Dangers of a Dirty Fireplace When your chimney is not cleaned for a long time, a substance called creosote will build up in the flue during the use of the fireplace. This creosote...
You May Need a Chimney Inspection! When buying a house with a fireplace many times banks will ask to have the fireplace inspected. Most inspections are done by a home inspector, however, when it comes to fireplaces, home inspectors are not fully trained and only look...