3 Obvious Signs Your Brick Chimney Needs Your Help
Brick chimneys are built to last long; however, they aren’t indestructible. Over time, usage and weather can take their toll on these seemingly invincible structures and make them look ordinary in terms of strength and durability. That’s where you need to step in, and make sure your damaged dear fireplace is tended to as soon as possible, to reward it for all those days and nights when it kept you and your family warm and cozy despite the frigid temperatures outside. But how do you identify if there’s a problem with your chimney and if it needs repairs? Here are three obvious signs that indicate a brick chimney needs urgent repairs. Imperfect Mortar Joints The mortar is what holds your chimney together, and should even a minor crack develop in the mortar joints between the masonry of your chimney, it could compromise the structural integrity of your entire chimney. Damaged Chimney Crown The chimney crown is the concrete slab that covers and seals the top o...