by jacksonvillec1 | Dec 22, 2018 | Daily life as a chimney sweep in Jacksonville, FL, Uncategorized
Sorry to disappoint you but particularly counter flashing for masonry chimneys. Counter flashing is designed to be pointed into the mortar of the chimney and ensure a water tight seal of your chimney at roof level. Sounds easy enough, but this has become a issue...
by jacksonvillec1 | Dec 22, 2018 | Daily life as a chimney sweep in Jacksonville, FL, Uncategorized
Here is a scary answer, it depends on property owner. During one of my inspections today, I had what was supposed to be a sweep only of a fireplace at a vacation rental. To start, I refuse to ever do a sweep without an inspection, even if the homeowner insists that...
by jacksonvillec1 | Dec 22, 2018 | Daily life as a chimney sweep in Jacksonville, FL, Uncategorized
My first appointment today was a active water leak coming down from the pre-fabricated fireplace and onto the front tile and the new wood floors! Unfortunately this is a very common call for inspection and the number one culprit is this guy.. The roof was replaced...
by jacksonvillec1 | Dec 22, 2018 | Daily life as a chimney sweep in Jacksonville, FL, Uncategorized
When inspecting a chimney system it is key to inspect the attic where the flue passes through. It may be extremely difficult to access for some homes but can be the make or break for preventing a chimney fire. To show how common clearance issues occur, on just my...
by jacksonvillec1 | Dec 22, 2018 | Daily life as a chimney sweep in Jacksonville, FL, Uncategorized
I love working on older systems, partially due to working on several hundred growing up and living in a home built in 1926. Older homes have amazing character but can also come with some pretty substantial deferred maintenance. One unexpected hazard that comes up...
by jacksonvillec1 | Dec 21, 2018 | Daily life as a chimney sweep in Jacksonville, FL, Uncategorized
Water intrusion can be a costly headache but avoided if caught in time. This morning I inspected a chimney system with pooling water and deteriorated sealant around the flue termination. Have a look: [wpvideo jRWiTEOA ] While it may not look like much from above,...
