If your chimney is falling down due to age and wear, it’s definitely time to contact a company that provides Chimney Rebuilding in Carroll County MD. A crumbling chimney can be dangerous, and it can also be a fire hazard. Before your worn out chimney starts giving you problems, read the frequently asked questions below.
Q.) Can a chimney that just has a few missing bricks be repaired instead of being replaced?
A.) Once you start making repairs on a chimney, it’s not unusual for other problems to appear. Once the mortar begins to crack between the bricks, it doesn’t take long before it’s all falling out. A faulty chimney can cause water to penetrate through broken bricks or cracked mortar. If the smoke cannot properly escape out of the top of the chimney, it could possibly cause the flue to catch on fire. Before doing any work on the chimney, a qualified inspector should examine the inside and outside of your chimney to determine if it needs to be repaired or replaced. After the inspection, the inspector will explain the findings and recommend the safest solution.
Q.) Are there different types of rebuilds for chimneys?
A.) Chimney rebuilds are classified into three different types including partial, roof line and total. A partial rebuild is done for a small chimney or just for the top portion of a tall chimney. A roof line rebuild is performed when most of the bricks and mortar have deteriorated above the roof line of the house. The top portion of the chimney and all the way down to the flashing at the roof edge is torn down and rebuilt. A total chimney rebuild occurs when the entire chimney is destroyed, leaning or falling down. After removing the outer layer of bricks, a company that specializes in Chimney Rebuilding in Carroll County MD rebuilds the chimney and adds a new cap at the top.
Magic Mountain Chimney Sweeps is a bonded and insured company that specializes in chimney repair and cleaning. This experienced company also offers dryer vent cleaning and wood stove installation.
