To ensure chimney safety, chimney repairs are necessary from time to time. Chimney components that prevent damage caused by moisture intrusion tend to wear out more quickly than homeowners realize, whether in Galena or other areas our chimney sweep professionals have earned consumer trust. Our NFI-certified chimney sweeps at Dubuque Fireplace & Patio specialize in chimney rebuilding, leaky chimneys, custom full-width chimney caps, chimney chase tops, chimney crown repair and replacement, chimney waterproofing, chimney flashing, flue cap cover installation, tuckpointing, and more.
Unseen Chimney Issues
Masonry chimneys are often neglected because the need for chimney repairs is rarely obvious in the initial stages of disrepair.
For example, a chimney leak is usually visual evidence of a long-time problem that has gradually worsened. A chimney that looks like a sturdy structure now could have crumbling masonry that will eventually result in it leaning like the infamous tower in Pisa, Italy.
Cracks in your chimney, bits of debris around your chimney exterior, and white staining on the bricks are all evidence that chimney repairs are needed.
Call us immediately to avoid increasing chimney repair costs.
Chimney Liner Repair
If your chimney, fireplace, stove, or furnace in Galena is in a state of disrepair, the operation of your gas, wood, or pellet heating appliance is negatively affected.
Maximum efficiency is impossible to achieve without necessary chimney repairs. If chimney liner repair or replacement is needed, our chimney experts at Dubuque Fireplace & Patio have the experience and know-how to get the job done right.
Options for chimney liners include clay tiles, metal, and cast-in-place. Our chimney sweep professionals will make the appropriate recommendation depending on your specific needs for chimney repair.
You May Need Chimney Repair
Looks can be deceiving, and that is truly the case when it comes to chimneys. Damage and deterioration can occur to various chimney components due to a wide range of conditions common to Galena homes.
Age, harsh weather conditions, creosote deposits inside the chimney flue, and especially moisture intrusion can create an urgent need for chimney repairs. If you schedule annual chimney inspections and make necessary fixes as soon as possible, you can avoid the shock of expensive chimney repair costs that come along with neglecting maintenance and chimney repairs.
Types of chimney repairs that may be needed include leaky chimneys, chimney chase top installation, chimney masonry rebuilds, chimney waterproofing, chimney flashing repair, tuckpointing, the installation of a flue cap cover, and chimney crown repair.
Safety First
Safety is an even more pressing issue than avoiding high costs.
If the chimney flue is damaged, even minutely, your home and family are vulnerable to two potentially life-threatening issues.
First, pyrolysis can cause combustible materials near the chimney to be altered so that the temperature at which they ignite is lowered significantly. When this process is occurring in Galena homes, it is typically unseen. Without a chimney inspection, it goes undetected and could result in a completely unexpected and devastating house fire.
Secondly, a breach in your chimney flue could also result in exposure to carbon monoxide. If the fumes leak into your home, they are a major threat because carbon monoxide is invisible, odorless, tasteless, symptomless, and deadly.
At Dubuque Fireplace & Patio, our knowledgeable staff, superior workmanship with all types of chimneys, and genuine caring for our customers have earned us a well-established reputation in Galena and all of our service areas.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment at (563) 582-5156 or fill out our online contact form and an expert team member will promptly reach out to you!
Dubuque Fireplace & Patio proudly serves the Dubuque tri-state area, including Platteville WI, Apple Canyon IL, Galena IL, Aiken IL, Dyersville IA and Guttenberg IA,.
