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Why Chimney Repair Is Important

Timely chimney repair and maintenance is the only way to ensure that your entire fireplace system is running optimally and safely. Here are some common chimney problems and what should be done about them.

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After years of use, the bricks and mortar that were used to build your chimney can begin to deteriorate and lose their strength. If you notice small cracks in the mortar or crumbling brick, you need to arrange for a structural inspection.

Left alone, cracks and crumbling will get worse, eventually allowing significant amounts of damaging water into the system. Minor chimney repair work might consist of sealing the chimney with a water-proof coating. When more extensive damage is present, missing sections of brick and mortar may need replacing through tuckpointing. In advanced cases, the chimney may need to be rebuilt.

Damaged chimney cap

A chimney cap sits atop the chimney opening to block rain water and prevent debris such as leaves and twigs from getting into the flue. Caps also keep small animals from entering the chimney and building nests. If the mesh of the chimney cap is damaged or missing, trouble is sure to arise. Chimney caps can be repaired or replaced, depending on the level of damage.

Chimney obstructions

When debris, animal nests or the animals themselves who have died remain inside your chimney, you’re going to have air-flow issues. A clean flue allows smoke and toxins to escape; a blocked flue can send these harmful agents into the house.

Carbon monoxide

Smoke in the house is no fun, but the carbon monoxide (CO) within the smoke can be deadly. CO is an invisible and odorless gas that can cause serious harm or death to humans and pets. Even after your chimney is cleaned of obstructions, you should have a working CO monitor near your fireplace as an added safety precaution.

Creosote

The sticky tar-like substance created by wood smoke is called creosote. Over time creosote can build up inside a chimney and obstruct air flow. Worse than venting problems, creosote is highly flammable and is the cause of the majority of chimney fires. Small fires may ignite and go out on their own. A large fire can destroy a house. The solution is professional cleaning.

chimney inspection in Marion CountyInspection and cleaning

Virtually every fire-safety organization in the United States recommends annual cleaning and inspection of fireplaces and chimneys. Certified chimney sweeps have the equipment and training to thoroughly clean chimneys and inspect for signs of early damage throughout the entire system.

You can perform periodic visual inspections to spot certain kinds of chimney damage, but only a professional is able to do a comprehensive analysis and find problems before they’ve gotten out of hand. When chimney repair is necessary, a trained technician should be brought in.

Chimney Solutions of Indianapolis offers professional chimney cleaning, chimney repair, chimney rebuilding and chimney inspection services. We can help with all manner of chimney issues you may be having. Get your questions answered or schedule an appointment by calling (317) 757-6979.

Our Service Area
If you live within 20 miles of Marion County, there’s no need to call any other chimney provider! The team here at Chimney Solutions Indiana will be in our marked trucks and clean uniforms and at your door on time! We travel to Zionsville, Carmel, Fishers, Brownsburg, Westfield, Geist, Eagle Creek, Noblesville and all throughout the Indianapolis, IN area.

Our Training & Memberships Keep Us Informed & Knowledgeable

We believe that education and ongoing training is important, which is why we continuously invest in ourselves and our team to deliver better service to you. We’re Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) – certified and members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG), so whenever advancements are made within the industry, we’re among the first to know about it. When you work with Chimney Solutions, you can expect the latest information and the most advanced services and techniques. We strive to exceed expectations on every job from a routine chimney sweep and chimney cleaning to a full chimney restoration.

Call Chimney Solutions For The Best Possible Chimney Care!
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If you’re ready to speak with a knowledgeable and friendly team member or would like to request an appointment with one of our experienced technicians, give us a call.

We’re committed to providing the best service possible and look forward to serving you and your family, year after year. Call 317-757-6979 to get started! >>