Spring Expansion and Contraction Cracks Chimney Masonry
We’ve had enough of Winter. Are you ready for some Spring temperatures? Spring is the wake- up call to nature. The grass begins to show hints of green, daffodils growth peek from the ground and chimneys show their cracks. All of these things will begin to happen regardless if the days are warmer and the […]
Why is Snow Melting on My Chimney?
We all get a bit excited when the predictions call for warmer temperatures. It’s a welcome relief from the layers of sweaters, thick socks and gloves that we need to wear to protect from the cold. When that warmth hits, it is amazing. But, are chimney’s ‘happy’ in their own way when the temperatures are […]
Will I Find a Chimney When the Snow Melts in Spring?
The team at Superior Chimney had a few calls concerning the lack of visibility of their chimney. Yup, that’s right, the angle of the snow versus the angle of the chimney on top of the house has buried much of it. Homeowners are concerned asking, “will I find a chimney when the snow melts in […]
How to Prevent Dripping Water in the Fireplace
This has been a tough winter with the below freezing temperatures, snow and freezing rain that has turned to ice. And we’re not even close to winter being over. But right now, that’s okay. As soon as the temperatures begin to rise, and the ice and snow begins to melt, the problem looming ahead is […]
Are there Benefits to a Chimney Saver?
Moisture. We’re in a constant battle with moisture. It doesn’t help that we live in the Chicagoland area, and there’s always moisture, or humidity in the air. Now we’re battling hot days, storms, hot days and more storms. And that leads to more moisture and humidity in the air. That constant hot temperatures in the […]
How to Prevent and Repair Water Damage on the Chimney
Homeowners don’t think regularly about chimneys, and why would you. It’s high up on the house, it never complains and its always there when you need it. As we know everything ages with time, and so does the chimney… especially when water is around. Let’s take a look at what water damage on the structure […]
Temperature Changes Causes Our Chimney’s to Feel Sick
We look forward to the time of year when the consistent cold temperatures move on and Spring begins to show itself with the early signs of green and tulips peeking through the ground. However, Spring is also the time of year that causes homeowners to find areas of the home that need repair, especially the […]
5 Reasons for Chimney Leaks this Spring
March is the time of year when we go for a rollercoaster ride with the temperatures. Some days it’s 60 degrees, and the next it drops by twenty degrees. There are two things we fight when this happens, one is the common cold and the other is the chimney leak. Both are runny and make […]
Your Fireplace Smells Like Fireworks!
Have you noticed that odor in the fireplace sometimes smells similar to the residue of fireworks? Every New Years Eve across the world, and Fourth of July in the US, fireworks explode into a concoction of bright, beautiful colors of various shapes and movements. After the celebrations, the smoke from the sky sinks into the […]
Don’t be Spooked by the Sound of Dripping Water
There’s a chill in the air. And the nighttime is lit by the bright moon on a clear night. But tonight, there is no light outside and it seems darker than usual and even a little chillier. Oh, that’s right. It’s supposed to rain. As you hear the drops begin to fall one by one […]