Q: I have a problem with my chimney. It is a brick chimney on the gable of a 15-year-old colonial. The problem is in the attic, where I noticed a leak right where the chimney is along the rafter and ...

Q:I think rain is coming through the cement blocks of my fireplace, and my carpet gets wet. How do I fix this? Answer: This moisture getting into your home could be getting in where the chimney and ...

She used a telephoto lens to take closeup photos of the chimney from the ground. I could see she had a very nice metal chimney surround that appeared to be in very good condition. For me, this meant ...

(MENAFN- GetNews) Local homeowners in Dallas can now better understand the importance of proper chimney flashing, common warning signs of failure, and how professional repair helps prevent costly ...

Q. I think rain is coming through the cement blocks of my fireplace, and my carpet gets wet. How do I fix this? A. This moisture getting into your home could be getting in where the chimney and roof ...

Question: Rosemary asks: The cap over our fireplace chimney was nailed in several places on top. The nails rusted and caused a leak. The roofer installed a new one exactly like the old one, (about ...

Q: The cap over our fireplace chimney was nailed in several places on top. The nails rusted and caused a leak. The roofer installed a new one exactly like the old one, (about 4 feet square), but the ...

Q: A while back you had a column about what to do if inside or around your fireplace shows a lot of whiteness. My brickwork shows white; there is crud inside both upstairs and downstairs fireplaces.

People across the country have started using their log burners and open fires as the temperature plunges - but many are spotting 'chimney sweat' and an expert has explained why - and what you need to ...