Monthly Archives: February 2012

Why does a chimney lean?

Posted on February 21, 2012 by pdxmasons

There is a situation that develops with some older chimneys that becomes obvious when a fireplace structure that is built on an outside wall of a home appears to be leaning or pulling away from the house. The main cause … Continue reading →

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Why your fireplace isn’t venting properly

Posted on February 14, 2012 by pdxmasons

Fireplaces require a lot of air to facilitate the combustion process.  Often when a fireplace is not drawing adequately, it is because it is starving for air.  This is particularly common in homes which have been “weatherized” or recently built … Continue reading →

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What is “Tuckpointing”?

Posted on February 7, 2012 by pdxmasons

A common masonry repair is called “tuckpointing”, “repointing”, or just “pointing”.  Below is a thorough description of how this repair is performed – and why it’s important to get it done right. A thoroughly done tuckpoint consists of grinding out … Continue reading →

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