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Three Common Issues that Require Immediate Chimney Repair Services

Posted by Tim Wong on February 06, 2017

Your chimney plays a much more important role than waiting for Santa to slide down in it on Christmas Eve. If you have a fireplace at home, this is what gets the smoke out of your house. Depending on the amount of care you put into its maintenance, however, it can develop some issues that would require chimney repair in Vancouver, BC.

Here are some of the more common ones that you have to look out for so that you can immediately address the problem before it becomes any worse.

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Nesting Animals

It's pretty common for animals such as squirrels, raccoons, and other birds to make their way inside chimneys to build a nest for themselves. Being in a chimney is not only dangerous for them, but also for you because their presence in your chimney can cause fires, health hazards from their droppings, and blockages.

It can prove to be difficult and risky to get them out by yourself too, so you'll need a professional animal handler for that task. After that, you'll need to get a chimney repairman to check up on the status of your chimney and see if the nesting resulted into any damages.

Creosote Buildup

Creosote is the built up residue material from burning wood, much like soot. The section most vulnerable to this is the flue system and the firebox area. If not regularly cleaned, the chimney can be overcome by creosote, making blockages that affect the efficiency of your chimney. Not only that, but the presence of creosote can lead to flue fires, which can worsen to a full house fire.

Structural Damage

Just like any other part of the house, chimneys are also prone to wear and tear over time. Brickwork can become dislodged or warped, especially in older houses. Left unattended, the damaged brickwork can produce larger cracks, leading to permanent damage.

A well-maintained chimney should be kept dry-free at all times to avoid any issues. Leakages should be plugged immediately to prevent chimney flashing issues. The same goes for chimney crowns. As this is at the very tip of the chimney, this becomes the most vulnerable part of the structure. It's exposed to the drastic changes in weather, from hot to cold, making the material weak and vulnerable. If not fixed quickly, this can lead to leaks in the chimney and a more aggressive water damage.

For all of these issues, it's best to seek the help of professionals engaged in chimney repairs in Vancouver, such as Consumers Choice Roofing and Drainage. The sooner you get your chimney looked at for issues, the better chance you have at averting further damages.

Source:

5 Common Chimney Problems & How to Fix Them. ImproveNet.

Don't Sweep It Under the Rug: Common Problems with Chimneys. Best Pick Reports.

 
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