Rainwater can damage your chimney wall and its interior. If the water leaks through the mortar, it can start eroding the chimney structure and cause permanent damage. That’s why it’s important to spot such issues in time and call a professional chimney repair service.
Let’s look at some of the ways rainwater damages your chimney!
Leaks may start forming inside the chimney’s
If your chimney is made of brick, then water will most likely seep into the chimney. This will cause mortar near the top of the chimney to erode and crumble, which will lead to a leak and eventually weaken the chimney structure. If you spot this, immediately call for a chimney inspection!
It cracks the chimney cap or crown
When your fireplace isn’t in use, chances are it can become buried with dust and debris. If this happens, rainwater that runs down your roof’s roofline can seep into the crevices at the top of where wood stoves are connected to their chimneys. The result is a cracked cap or crown that impacts the performance of your fireplace.
The rainwater can enter from your roof to your chimney
If the rainwater cannot find an easy way off your roof, then it’ll just take a direct route from the roof down to the chimney. Depending on the size of the chimney, that water might have to travel many feet before ending up at the bottom. This can cause damage to your chimney and fireplace as well as make cleaning it a much harder job.
The water can erode your chimney liner
A cracked or eroded flue liner may be caused by various reasons. One is the erosion of the mortar, which forms a support for the entire structure. Another is too much moisture from rainwater getting into your chimney and traveling further down to its termination point inside your house’s walls.
Rainwater can lead to mold growth on the walls and ceiling
The rainwater can often enter your chimney and trickles down into the ceiling. Once this moisture is circulated through a ventilation system where it enters your home, it can cause mold and mildew growth in your home.
If your chimney is damaged due to rainfall, we can fix it for you. CT Chimney Repair offers a wide range of professional chimney services in Connecticut. Our services include chimney repair and restoration, chimney cleaning, chimney sweep, chimney inspection, and much more.
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