08/28/2026
🏠🔥 CHIMNEY SEASON IS UPON US! 🔥🏠
Before the cold weather, snow, ice, and freezing temperatures arrive, now is the time to take a good look at your chimney.
Here are some visible warning signs you may need chimney repairs or restoration:
🧱 Spalling or flaking brick — Pieces of brick breaking, peeling, or falling away.
🧱 Cracked or damaged mortar joints — Mortar missing, crumbling, or pulling away from the brick.
💧 White staining or efflorescence — A possible sign that moisture is getting into the masonry.
🚰 Water stains or leaks around the fireplace — This could mean flashing or another part of the chimney is allowing water into your home.
🔨 Damaged or loose flashing — Look for rust, gaps, lifting metal, or areas where the flashing is pulling away from the chimney or roof.
🏚️ Leaning, loose, or deteriorating brickwork — A chimney that is visibly shifting or deteriorating should be addressed before winter.
❄️ Broken chimney crowns or cracked caps — Water can enter through damaged areas and freeze, causing even more damage.
If you notice any of these warning signs, contact JGC Niagara’s Masonry Contractors for a professional assessment and let’s take care of those issues before winter gets here.
📞 905-324-8606
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