Q: Our house has an unusual chimney made with irregular stones. The existing cap is in poor shape. What’s the best way to install a cap on a masonry chimney? A: The chimney cap I’d build would be a ...

There are best practices when it comes to chimney caps or crowns. Unfortunately, most roofers, masons and chimney sweeps are either unaware of them or don’t use them. I estimate that fewer than 1 in ...

Wood heat is one of the few home comforts that still feels elemental–but it rewards discipline. Treat chimney cleaning and ...

JIM THORPE – The cap on the Carbon County Courthouse chimney will be replaced, not repaired as initially proposed. The county commissioners last week approved an $8,920 change order for Spotts ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Cracked Bricks And Smoky Rooms? Pro Chimney Repair Reveals The Problems Saddle Brook Homeowners Can't See. <a href = target=_blank><br/><img src=' Width='1024 ...