Do you see any of these conditions where you live or work?

Damaged flue riser with no caps

Typical damaged flue lining with missing mortar in joints

Efflorescence - Indication of combustion gasses escaping through the chimney walls

 

 

 

 

 

While it is imperative to have your chimney inspected and or serviced every year when burning any solid fuel, many people who heat their homes with oil or natural gas and don't burn solid fuel in their home think they need not be concerned with the condition of their chimney. Most people don't realize that one of the many by-products of the burning of heating oil is sulfuric acid which is extremely corrosive to all masonry products. Natural and LP gas when burned produces hydrochloric acid and also produces approximately twice its volume in water vapor. These by-products are also extremely corrosive and damaging to masonry products and unfortunately a great many masonry contractors over the years did not use the correct mortar when laying up the flue tile system inside the chimney structure.

 

 

 

The most cost effective, speedy and permanent solution to all of these issues is to have a high quality stainless steel chimney relining system installed. We install only the highest quality chimney liners and caps available. We don't believe your chimney is the place to cut corners. All chimney liner systems and chimney cap/spark arresters installed by Home Saver Chimney Sweeps carry a "Forever" warranty (terms and conditions apply).

 

Another very common problem with all masonry chimneys is that they are prone to water penetration. In some cases this could be due to improper construction techniques but is normally related to time and the elements.

Think of your masonry chimney as a sponge which will eventually (even when new) absorb a certain amount of water. When the amount of water penetration exceeds what is considered to be normal, gravity takes over and the water will eventually find it's way down and into your home. While the brick walls on most houses are somewhat protected from the element's by the sofit or overhang of the roof system as well as their geographical location, the chimney normally rises above everything else and is subjected to all the wind, rain, heat and cold that nature can throw at it 24 hours a day 7 days a week!

The fact is that even the highest quality brick and mortar used to build a chimney will only last so long and will eventually deteriorate and leak without proper preventative maintenance.

The solution? Saver Systems® weather proofing products. These are the highest quality masonry treatment products available which are specifically designed for use by the chimney service industry. These products have been scientifically proven to out perform anything else on the market when it comes to the prevention of water penetration into a masonry structure.

When dealing with leaky chimney issues we can conduct an on site evaluation in order to determine if your chimney is in need of waterproofing. We will then demonstrate the effectiveness of the product and make recommendations which will allow you to make an informed decision concerning the appropriate course of remedial action. The old saying "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" certainly fits when it comes to chimney maintenance.

The following is a list of the cities and towns we currently serve. If the town in your mailing address does not appear here a call to our office will not be returned.

NOTICE TO ALL POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS: Due to the high cost of operating a business please be aware that if you schedule an appointment with us for chimney service and no one is home when we show up, you will be billed the full current rate. There is no excuse for not informing us ahead of time if you are unable to keep your appointment. No further appointment will be scheduled until that bill has been paid up front. 

 Williamsport, Montoursville, Muncy, Duboistown, Pennsdale, Hughesville, Montgomery, Watsontown, Turbotville, Unityville, McEwensville, West Milton, Milton, Lewisburg, Montandon, Northumberland, Washingtonville, Jerseytown, Danville, Riverside, Millville, Orangeville, Benton, Stillwater, Buckhorn, Bloomsburg, Rupert, Mainville, Numidia, Catawissa, Shickshinny, Berwick, Sugarloaf, Conyngham, Drums, Wapwallopen, Mifflinville, Lightstreet, Snydertown, Paxinos, Sunbury, Elysburg, Selinsgrove, Shamokin, Coal Twp, Shamokin Dam, Kulpmont, Mt Carmel, Aristis, Natalie, Trevorton, Hummels Warf, Middleburg, New Columbia, Mifflinburg, Winfield, Marion Heights, Rock Glenn, Nuremburg, Ringtown, Ashland, Frackville, New Boston, Morea, Gordon.