Most residential houses have chimneys, even if they’re not actively used. Knowing how a chimney works will give you the opportunity to ensure that your property is well-maintained and that repairs can be carried out when required. Furthermore, when you know how your chimney functions, you can decide how to use the fireplaces in your home. What Is the Purpose of a Chimney? When a fire Read More…
Although most residential houses have chimneys, many people are unaware of exactly how they work, what maintenance they require, or what modifications can be made to them. If your property has a chimney and you aren’t sure how to care for it or what your options are, this can make it difficult to keep your home safe and retain its value. By finding out more about what a chimney is, Read More…
If your property has a chimney, it’s well worth knowing exactly how it works and how it needs to be maintained. Without the right care, a chimney can cause draughts in your home and minimise the amount of warmth generated from fireplaces. Furthermore, a blocked chimney can pose a significant safety risk as the blockage can prevent carbon monoxide from escaping the property. Where Is a Chimney Breast Located? The Read More…
Although a chimney can be removed from a property, this is a task that’s more complex than you might imagine. When considering chimney removal, property owners typically want to remove either or both the chimney stack and the chimney breast. Removing a Chimney Stack The chimney stack is the part of the chimney that is visible on your roof and what most people think of when Read More…
No matter how expertly bricks are laid, holes can develop over time. If a chimney is in situ for years, for example, weather damage could cause small holes or chips in the bricks or mortar to develop. Alternatively, if you drill into the brick to hold a television aerial or wiring in place and it’s no longer required, there will be a hole left in the brick when the wire Read More…
If a fireplace isn’t being used, blocking up a chimney can be a savvy way of preventing draughts in the interior of a building. However, there are different techniques to consider, so be sure to explore all the options to determine which one is right for your property. Temporarily Blocking Up a Chimney When you temporarily block off a chimney, you get the benefit of preventing Read More…
If a chimney needs to be replaced, you’ll want to know how much you can expect to spend. However, this will depend on exactly what parts of the chimney need to be replaced. Furthermore, if repairs can be undertaken, you may be able to avoid replacing some or all of the chimney and reduce your costs even further. Replacing Chimney Flashing On the exterior of the chimney, where it meets Read More…
Homeowners rarely inspect their roofs and pay even less attention to chimneys, which means damage may not become apparent until a survey is carried out. At this point, you may find your property, or your potential new home needs to have the chimney stack rebuilt. If so, you’ll want to know exactly what your options are and how much the repairs are likely to cost. What Repairs Read More…