Handle Snow in Your Chimney Like a Pro

With winter just around the corner, it’s natural to start thinking about snow and cold weather. Are you prepared to handle any storm that comes your way? This can include a slew of things such as cleaning out the gutters, making sure generators are ready, and ensuring all your heating appliances are in working order. However, this can also include your chimney as well. 

Preparing Your Chimney

There are a few things you can do to limit snow damage in the winter. First off, it’s important to keep up with your annual inspection and cleaning services. These important services help to catch issues early, repair any present issues regarding structure, and make sure residue doesn’t build up too much. 

Another important thing to check is that your chimney cap and cover are present and in good working condition. Both of these chimney pieces play a big role in keeping out snow, rain, debris, and even animals. Because of how heavy snow is, it’s good to make sure these pieces are free of cracks or rust to ensure they hold up through even the toughest winter storms. 

What will ice and snow do to my chimney?

As snow and ice accumulate it can get heavy and potentially cause structural damage to your chimney. Additionally, even rain can be damaging in the winter. Rain finds its way into crevices and collects. As temperatures plummet, the water freezes and creates ice pockets. This expands and can damage the mortar. Then, as the ice defrosts and contracts it can further damage the mortar. Over time, this can create serious structural damage which is why regular inspections are important. 

If there are any cracks or damaged pieces on your cap or cover, snow can find its way into your chimney and fireplace, too. Over time if ignored, this can lead to mold and mildew, negatively affecting the structure of your chimney. Sometimes this water and storm damage isn’t visible until decent damage is present so it’s important to have regular inspections to keep an eye on the condition of your chimney. 

Choose Fire N Stone

If you live in or around Tilton NH, call Fire N’ Stone today to get options that will fit your budget. Our team is highly trained to solve a multitude of problems – even winter storm damage or residual snow. They work with the highest quality products on the market to ensure reliability, efficiency, and a long lifespan. Remember to schedule your annual inspection and cleaning to ensure your fireplace is ready to go at any point in the year. 

Fire N Stone is a full-service chimney specialist. Our technicians are highly trained and can work with your needs and schedule. Call us today at 603-293-4040 to set up an appointment.