Category Archives: Chimney
3 Chimney Rebuilding Benefits
The chimney is an integral part of your roof if you have a fireplace installed. Connecticut is thunderstorm prone in spring and snowstorm prone in winter. After withstanding such extreme weather conditions, the roof and chimney are bound to show signs of damage. What is Chimney Rebuilding? The process of chimney rebuilding involves breaking your chimney […]
Everything You Need to Know About Chimney Cap Installation
A chimney is essential to your roof if you have a fireplace installed at your house. They protect your house from external weather elements during thunderstorms and snowstorms. Your chimney has different parts that require a different level of care. According to EPA, the leading factor of house fires was chalked up to failure to […]
Signs That You Chimney Needs Repair
Chimney Maintenance 101: Routine Inspections, Sweeping & Repairs
Almost every house in Connecticut has a fireplace that keeps everyone warm during the winter. It may create a cozy and safe space for you to seek comfort during harsh snowy weather, but it comes with a set of risks, including chimney fires. In the US, most residential fires result from chimney fires and cost billions of […]
What is Chimney Repointing, and Why is It Important?
A chimney is an essential part of your roof if you have a well-functioning fireplace installed in your house. Chimney repair should be a priority as it acts as a protective layer against various external elements. It also helps to vent out the corrosive gases away from the house. But chimneys can become prone to damage […]
Ultimate Guide to Chimney Caps
Have you ever wondered if you need a chimney cap? or what would be the right chimney cap for your chimney? A chimney cap is an integral part of your chimney for it to function appropriately. At Creative Masonry & Chimney, we have put together a guide to answer all your questions and guide you to the […]
Debunking the Common Myths About Chimney Cleaning
There were approximately 320,000 newly-built single-family houses with an in-built fireplace. Fireplaces are one of the attractive features when it comes to buying new houses. But what we seem to forget is that it comes with the responsibility of maintaining a chimney. Over the years, people have presumed few misconceptions about chimney cleaning. But fear […]
What to Expect During Chimney Repair
Chimney repair is an occasional but essential part of a home’s maintenance. It offers many benefits, such as improved fireplace safety and performance, preventing water damage, increasing home value, etc. Chimneys are exposed to different weather conditions and external elements all year long. From rain to animals, many factors might necessitate repairs and cleaning. If you […]
The 7 Basic Parts of a Chimney and How to Maintain them
A chimney is an essential part of your roof if you have a functioning fireplace installed at your house. It’s good practice for you to know about the basic components of your chimney and their maintenance. Here are seven basic parts of a chimney. 1. Chimney Flue It provides a vent for your chimney for the […]