by Richard Creswell | Mar 15, 2019 | Water Damage
Since 1986, Ace Chimney Sweeps has specialized in taking care of the leaky chimneys here in the Elkton, MD area. Over the years, we have seen how devastating the effects of water leaks can be on masonry chimneys. According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America...
by Richard Creswell | May 30, 2018 | Chimney Odor
As the weather is starting to heat back up, you have been noticing a strong odor coming from your chimney. The source of the stench could be an excessive amount of creosote, mold, mildew, or even animal or bird droppings. The best way to get rid of that unpleasant...
by Richard Creswell | Apr 9, 2016 | Chimney Maintenance
The arrival of spring brings warm weather, flowers, and birds singing, but it can also bring chimney water leaks. Winter weather can be tough on masonry chimneys. The bricks and mortar joints of your chimney are porous and easily absorb water, and this water freezes...
by Richard Creswell | Mar 26, 2015 | Water Damage
If your home has a masonry fireplace and chimney, you should know that the Chimney Institute of America (CSIA) has called water the biggest enemy of your chimney. Water penetration of your chimney can cause expensive and extensive damage to the interior and the...
by Richard Creswell | Nov 15, 2014 | Chimney Maintenance
Snow has begun falling all over the country, meaning winter is just around the corner. With forecasts calling for another brutal winter, keeping warm will be on everyone’s mind. That means people have dug up warm jackets, hats and boots to protect them against the...
