Chimneys: Taking Care Of Old Dependable
Day by day, season by season, fire by fire, your chimney quietly does it’s job. However, over time, heat, moisture and gases can take a toll on a chimney, deteriorating it from the inside out. The primary goal of Chimney Doctors is to remove the buildup of creosote or soot to keep the pathway as clean as possible for venting your fireplace. But, while keeping it clean can extend the life of your chimney, time and use combine to begin a process of deterioration.
Bill Hussell,
Chimney Doctors
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Without a chimney cap, the chimney is exposed to weather and willmost likely have aging issues sooner than one with a chimney cap. A good rule of thumb is to have a chimney check-up after ten years to be sure there are no areas that could present a danger to a homeowner.
When you have your chimney swept, that is the time to make sure it’s safe. Even if you have a chimney cap reducing the effects of the weather, it is still a good idea to have the check done. Any product defect, poor installation or settling of a home can lead to problems that most likely won’t be noticed during normal day to day activity.
Restoring The Integrity Of Your Chimney
To repair the problems that occur over time, Chimney Doctors uses a product called HeatShield® to correct any leaks that may be occurring. Depending on the defects found, either a Joint Repair Systemor Resurfacing Systemwill be used. The goal is to restore the chimney to the original peak level of safety and efficiency. HeatShield’s Cerfractory® technology is a hybrid (ceramic/refractory) coating developed in Europe over 20 years ago, and has been proven to withstand moisture, corrosive flue gases and temperatures in excess of 2900°F. Its special formulation eliminates gaps, cracks and spalling, to restore the integrity of your chimney’s flue. It exceeds all ASTM (American Society for Testing andMaterials) and UL (Underwriters Laboratories) standards for chimney repair and resurfacing products. “It’s nice to know the Chimney Doctors’ HeatShield® has been independently tested,” Hussell says. “It’s a great way to protect your home and family.”
