In areas in which there are cycles of freezing and thawing the deterioration is quicker. When I do my home inspections here in Ohio I always check the crown. Even a small crack needs sealed to prevent further damage.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Chimney Crowns
Inspecting a chimney is part of the whole house inspection. The fireplace it self is checked along with the exterior portions of it such as the crown. An area that I often see that is in need of repair and maintenance is the crown.
The crown is the top part of the chimney and is the part that helps direct rain away from the inner portions of the chimney. When a chimney crown is cracked water is allowed to enter and deterioration begins to occur.
In areas in which there are cycles of freezing and thawing the deterioration is quicker. When I do my home inspections here in Ohio I always check the crown. Even a small crack needs sealed to prevent further damage.
In areas in which there are cycles of freezing and thawing the deterioration is quicker. When I do my home inspections here in Ohio I always check the crown. Even a small crack needs sealed to prevent further damage.
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