A missing or failing chimney cap can let a surprising amount of trouble enter from the top of a chimney. Rainwater, nesting animals, leaves, and windblown debris all have a

A fireplace can look perfectly normal from the living room while hidden deposits, a blocked flue, or early masonry damage develops out of sight. A chimney inspection level one is

The first cold evening of the season is a poor time to discover that smoke is backing into the room, a gas fireplace will not stay lit, or the firebox

A small water stain near the fireplace can become a much larger problem after a northeastern Ohio winter. Freeze-thaw cycles, driving rain, snow, and years of heat exposure all place

A chimney can look solid from the ground while moisture is quietly working its way through cracked mortar, missing brick faces, or a failing crown. Masonry repair is not only