Chimney Services in Winder GA

Peace of Mind

Creosote buildup is the leading cause of chimney fires. The problem is that it doesn’t take much buildup to create a fire hazard. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, you’re at risk with as little as 1/4 inch buildup.

Certified chimney sweeps have advanced tools and techniques to eradicate creosote to keep your family safe.

Improved Air Quality

Another benefit to hiring a pro for chimney cleaning is that it can improve your air quality. A blocked chimney causes smoke, odors, and toxic gases to flow back into the house. In extreme cases, carbon monoxide could build, causing sickness or death.

Spot Potential Problems

Because professional chimney sweeps are certified, they know the early signs of trouble that could lead to a catastrophe — something an amateur might miss. Cracks, leaks, and water damage could put you at risk of a fire or expensive repairs if they’re not fixed as soon as possible.

Extends Your Chimney’s Lifespan

Lastly, the best way to ensure your chimney lasts your entire life is to keep it well-maintained with yearly cleaning, inspections, and maintenance. Hiring a professional chimney sweep is worth the cost compared to a complete chimney rebuild or repairing damage from a fire.

Expert Chimney Repairs in Winder

Besides providing top-rated chimney cleaning and inspections, our technicians are expert masons. Whether you need tuck-pointing, chimney cleaning, water damage reaper, or a total chimney rebuild, we do it all.

Here’s a sample of our masonry services.

Chimney Tuck-pointing

Mortar joints are susceptible to water damage, causing them to deteriorate. When that happens, it can cause the bricks to loosen and fall away. Chimney tuck-pointing replaces the mortar joints with fresh mortar to secure the bricks and restore your chimney’s original appearance.

Chimney Rebuilding

Occasionally, a neglected chimney is in such bad shape the only way to fix it is to rebuild it. Most chimney damage happens because of moisture and neglect, so it’s essential to keep up with yearly maintenance and inspections.

Chimney Crown Repair

A chimney crown is a concrete or metal slab covering the top of a chimney, protecting it from rain, snow, and other elements. Like bricks and mortar joints, the crown is susceptible to moisture damage. And, like your chimney’s masonry materials, it requires routine maintenance and repairs.

Winder Chimney Inspection

The National Fire Protection Association recommends annual chimney inspections to ensure your system is safe and to spot damage before it worsens, creating a safety issue or requiring expensive repairs.

Chimney Solutions offers three inspection levels.

Level One Inspection

A level one inspection is basic and recommended for chimneys that are used regularly and haven’t undergone any changes. During a level one inspection, our chimney technician will examine the chimney’s interior and exterior, checking for cracks, obstructions, or other damage.

Level Two Inspection

You should have a level two inspection if you change your chimney, like adding a new appliance or changing your fuel source, such as from wood to gas. A level two inspection includes everything performed in level one but adds checking the attic, crawl space, and other areas to ensure your chimney is properly vented.

Level Three Inspection

Finally, a level three inspection is the most comprehensive, including levels one and two. However, a level three inspection is warranted when a chimney sweep discovers signs of significant damage, like from a chimney fire, during a level two inspection. During a level three inspection, we might have to remove components, like the crown or interior chimney wall, to assess the overall safety.

Winder Chimney Lining Installation and Repair

When using a wood or gas fireplace, a chimney liner protects the home’s combustible materials from high temperatures. Additionally, the liner helps create the draft needed for efficient smoke and gas removal and to keep your fire burning.

Chimney liners are made from various materials, but the most common are:

• Clay tile
• Metal
• Cast-in-place

Each material has benefits and drawbacks, but all are susceptible to damage, so it’s essential to hire a professional chimney sweep to inspect it once a year.

Signs that you need chimney liner repair are:

Flaking

Clay tile liners are prone to cracking and flaking. If you notice bits of clay in the firebox, your clay tile liner is deteriorating. Once the tile cracks, it can allow gas to escape back into your home instead of going up the chimney.

Rust or Corrosion

Rust is most common with metal liners and typically means you have a chimney leak that requires repair.

Increased Smoke or Odors

Lastly, if your living room is smoky or smells terrible when you use your fireplace, it could mean the liner is failing and allowing gas and smoke back into the house.

Whether you need chimney sweeping, masonry repairs, inspection, or rebuilding, or are interested in a fireplace, gas stove, or insert installation, call the local chimney experts in Winder, GA, at 770–790–4471.