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PA Home Improvement Contractor, PA#35515
The Flue Doctor was established in 1997 to provide the residents of Central Pennsylvania with a professional, customer friendly alternative for chimney and hearth services. Our technicians will furnish you with a thorough and honest assessment of your chimney’s condition in accordance with state and local building codes.
We make sure to always take the time to explain any issues or answer any questions our clients have. Over the years, The Flue Doctor has helped hundreds of “patients” learn to properly operate their heating systems.
We pride ourselves on giving every customer personal, friendly service and peace of mind knowing we are there when they need help.
PROBLEM ID
PROBLEM ID
PROBLEM ID
SPALLING
SPALLING
SPALLING
WHITE STAINS
WHITE STAINS
WHITE STAINS
LOOSE BRICK
LOOSE BRICK
LOOSE BRICK
MISSING MORTAR
MISSING MORTAR
MISSING MORTAR
PROBLEM ID
Often times, you can tell from the exterior of your chimney if there is a problem on the interior. The following images show you examples of some symptoms that may indicate an unhealthy chimney or flue.
SPALLING
Spalling is a condition where the hard exterior finish of the brick has broken away. This is a sign of moisture problems in your chimney. We can diagnose the cause and offer a remedy.
WHITE STAINS
This condition is known as efflorescence and is the result of minerals leaching out of the masonry and appearing as a white powder-like stain. This is due to a moisture problem possibly caused by a missing or defective liner or exterior water penetration.
LOOSE BRICK
This chimney is over 100 years old and has never had a liner. Over the years, the heat and moisture generated from use has eaten away the mortar.
MISSING MORTAR
This condition can be the result of several factors such as poor original construction, cracked brick, mortar joints or a broken crown. This poses a hazard as bricks can come loose in storms causing extensive damage.
