If you’ve noticed a crack in your chimney, fireplace, or stovepipe, it’s important to take care of the problem before it can affect your home. The cracks can quickly spread and cause major problems for you—not just cosmetic damage but also structural issues that could be costly to fix.
Here are a few ways to deal with a chimney crack, so the problem doesn’t get any worse.
Patch The Crack
A chimney crack is not just an unsightly thing to have in your home. The crack will let water and other elements into the structure of your home, which can cause major damage. If you notice a crack in your chimney, you want to have it patched as soon as possible. This can also help lift sagging bricks or mortar that have deteriorated because of the damaged area.
You should call a professional to repair the original foundation so that any additional cracks won’t come back due to the weakness of mortar or bricks that are not firmly supported by the foundation.
Repair The Masonry
If your chimney is not sound, you can have it repaired to prevent further damage. A structural chimney repair or chimney lining can help strengthen the structure of your chimney and keep it from crumbling over time.
Your local masonry company will be able to inspect your chimney, determine how much work is needed to repair the problem, and let you know the price you’ll be charged for repairs.
Use An Insulating Chimney Liner
An insulating chimney liner can be a relatively inexpensive way to keep your chimney from deteriorating over time. This type of heating system is usually found in homes with gas heat and is installed to prevent excess soot from building up inside the fireplace.
These liners can be designed to fit around the outside of your fireplace or stove pipe and extend into the structure below, where it’s attached by setscrews or bolts. This construction prevents air from getting into the structure below, which will help prevent moisture damage, rotting, and spreading cracks.
If you’re having problems with a crack in your chimney, fireplace, or stovepipe, it could be an indication of a larger problem with your structure. At CT Chimney Repair, we offer regular chimney repairs, chimney inspections, chimney sweep, liner installation, fireplace repair, and other chimney services to make sure your chimney is safe and ready to use.
Contact us to learn more about our services.
