As a homeowner, one of the worst things you can discover is water damage. In most cases, the problem is already pretty far gone by the time you notice it, which means that it will cost a lot to fix. Although water damage can occur almost anywhere in the house, one of the most common … Read more
Chimney flashing upkeep is essential, as it affects your chimney’s performance. If one part of your chimney breaks or is missing, your home’s safety is at risk. Something you don’t want to mess around with. People often note how important chimney tuckpointing and sweeping is, but chimney flashing can be overlooked. Despite that, chimney flashing … Read more
.A fireplace has a positive effect on a home — the fire will warm you and your family in a way that no other heat source can. That said, the chimney attached to the fireplace requires regular maintenance to ensure your family’s safety. We’ve seen all kinds of chimney problems over the years — from … Read more
Masonry walls, steps, and chimneys seem permanent and impervious. After all, it’s strong and can take a lot of abuse — pretty darn near invincible right? Well, brick and mortar do make mighty building material, and with proper maintenance, your masonry construction will last a long time. Masonry has two enemies that can shorten its … Read more
As the holidays approach, you’ve probably already put some thought into gifts for your loved ones. Children, spouses, parents, friends, and family alike — you have the perfect gift in mind for all of them. Tis better to give than receive, but there’s one recipient that you might have neglected. Your home. Where you hang … Read more
We recently reminded everyone to inspect the firebox in their fireplace and take care of any needed repairs before starting a fire this winter. In addition, you should make sure that your chimney is in tip-top shape before the snow starts falling. You may need routine maintenance, minor work, or major repairs. If you want … Read more
As winter weather approaches, we know a lot of people are eager to put their fireplace to good use. There’s nothing like a warm fire on a chilly day, but it’s important to ensure that your fireplace is as ready for winter as you are. Ask yourself, is your firebox ready for winter? If you’re … Read more
When snow blankets the ground on a cold winter evening and the wind howls outside your windows, there’s nothing quite like warming yourself by a fire. However, to enjoy those nights by your fireplace, you’ve got to make sure that your chimney is in good working order. Along with routine maintenance, one of the best … Read more
At Ray Arnold Masonry & General Contracting, we’ve seen all kinds of masonry problems in need of repair. Some have been small fixes and others have been large jobs, but our skilled experts know how to take care of any masonry problem you may have. Curious if you have masonry problems that need to be … Read more