"$225 for an inspection; $350 to seal cracks around the crown of the chimney. I don’t if these charges are in line with other chimney inspection companies."
"I had my chimney and fireplace cleaned by North American Chimney. They gave me a price that was very reasonable. Brian and Franklin came out. They were very courteous and respectful. They did the cleaning and the inspections. They gave me everything in writing I was so pleased with what they did."
"Two men came ,they inspected and cleaned the chimney replaced the damper showed me how to use it, and repaired the base of the chimney after inspecting it and explaining why it needed to be done.They were quick, polite and answered all my questions."
"Customer service was great, had some masonry repairs done for a good cost, while they were here they did my cleaning and inspection on my chimney. Will be hiring them to do my annual yearly. Great summer prices!"
"They have a drone that took excellent photos before and after the job. The The job was to replace the chimney stack from the roof up. The chimney looks great. Unfortunately they delayed the work day 3 times, blaming each other for miscommunication. The day they finally showed up (over a month later) they requested an extra $1,800.00 blaming the other partner for under estimating the job. I regret not telling him to take his scaffolding down and leave. Nice enough guys but that was not right."
"The team came promptly and were very efficient. All 3 chimneys were inspected and cleaned quickly. They cleaned up everything and there was no mess. I would absolutely hire them again."
No, ice dams aren’t a standalone sign that you need a new roof. Ice dams can form on new roofs, as issues with the insulation inside your home are often the underlying problem. However, if you notice signs of roof damage from ice dams, you might need to hire a local roofer for repair or partial replacement.
Chimney caps have a solid top but perforated sides so smoke can exit safely. If rain or snow falls downward, chimney caps can protect the chimney’s interior. Just note that if rain or snow blows in sideways, there’s a higher likelihood it will enter the chimney—but it's not often a cause for concern as long as you have a cap.
Annually, or after major storms, to assess any potential damage.
Underlayment exists under your tile roof. It helps protect your home by acting as a secondary water barrier. Often, when roof tiles fall off, underlayment that's in good condition can temporarily keep water from getting into the home. However, immediate replacement of missing tiles is crucial to avoid additional roof damage.
You should avoid walking on a slate roof. Though the material is highly durable, it can crack under the pressure of your feet, and the surface of the slate tiles can become extremely slippery when they get wet. Walking on a slate roof is, therefore, more dangerous than walking on something like asphalt shingles, both in terms of personal injury and property damage. If you do have to work on your slate roof, hire a pro. Most contractors use special equipment to avoid putting pressure on slate tiles.
The Exeter, RI homeowners’ guide to chimney inspection services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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