How Can I Keep My Chimney from Leaking?
Did you know that water leaks can cause so much damage to a masonry chimney that it can be in danger of collapsing? The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) is not joking when they claim that water is the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys. At Owens Chimney...
What Could Be Causing My Chimney to Leak?
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
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...