Chimney Information Archives - Owens Chimney Systems

Winter Weather and Your Chimney

by James Owens | Feb 11, 2019 | Chimney Information

What’s the strongest structure in your home? Hopefully, the whole house is pretty sturdy, but it does seem as though the last thing standing would be the mortar and brick chimney system. It is extremely durable and long-lasting, but that doesn’t mean that nothing can...

What Could Be Causing My Chimney to Leak?

by James Owens | Feb 29, 2016 | Chimney Information, Chimney Maintenance

Our customers at Owens Chimney Systems have heard us say many times that the Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) has named water as the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys. Preventing chimney leaks is one of the most important jobs we do as chimney professionals...

What Water Can Do to Your Chimney

by James Owens | Jan 31, 2016 | Chimney Information

Masonry chimneys are built to last a lifetime; however, this does not mean that they do not need routine maintenance services. The bricks and mortar that are used to construct chimneys are porous and can absorb water. Every time it rains or snows, water will penetrate...

Be Good to Your Chimney – Burn the Right Woods

by James Owens | Dec 10, 2015 | Chimney Information

Over the years we have been in the chimney business at Owens Chimney Systems, we have discovered that many homeowners do not really know the best woods to use for firewood. While certain species of wood will burn longer and hotter than other species, the main quality...

Why HeatShield® is the Best Chimney Reliner

by James Owens | Mar 22, 2015 | Chimney Information

Your chimney may look good on the outside but can have hidden dangers lurking on the inside. A video inspection of your entire flue system is a good first step, as it will be able to spot missing or damaged mortar joints, cracks, and/or spalling that a professional...

Chimney Physics and Negative Air Pressure

by James Owens | Feb 27, 2015 | Chimney Information

Think of your house and chimney system as a living, breathing thing. They actually need to breathe to exchange the stale, stagnant air for fresh air. There’s a multitude of appliances pushing air out of your house—bathroom fans, central vacuums, range hoods, clothes...