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In basic terms, a damper is a movable metal plate in a flue, used to regulate the draft and so control the rate of combustion. It opens and closes the fireplace flue. The flue is the inside part of the fireplace where smoke flows out. Unfortunately, the flue can also let heat out of theRead More »What is a Top Damper?

Bricks and mortar are porous materials and act similarly to sponges.  In times of heavy and steady rains, chimneys can fill up with water that can seep into the house.  This can cause structural damage to the fireplace itself, or to the house.  It can also lead to mold problems. We have found that thisRead More »Is Your Fireplace Leaking?

What is waterproofing? Bricks and mortar are porous materials and act similarly to sponges. In times of heavy and steady rains, chimneys can fill up with water that can seep into the house. This will cause structural damage to the chimney, or to the house itself. It can also lead to mold problems. We haveRead More »The Most Important Thing

Thermocrete® is a premium, durable ceramic liner for use in the repair, restoration and energy conversion of chimneys and chimney flues. Thermocrete seals holes and cracks, increases efficiency, and strengthens the chimney. Thermocrete makes it easy to retrofit chimneys for conversion to natural gas. 1. Can any chimney professional use Thermocrete Ceramic Flue Liner? Thermocrete Ceramic Flue Liner can onlyRead More »Thermocrete Q & A