Services
We Provide
• Chimney sweep/inspection
•
Rebuild
• Tuckpoint
• Relining
of fireplace and furnace chimneys
• Firebox
repair for masonry or prefab fireplace
• Closed
circuit video inspection
• Bobcat service
• Pressure washing
• Graffiti removal
• Waterproofing
• Crown wash repair
• Flashing repair
• Chimney cap installation
• Damper installation
• Dryer vent cleaning
• Fireplace accessories
• Gas logs
• Humane animal removal
Why You May Need These Services
Chimney Inspection
As recommended by the Code 211 of NFPA (National
Fire Protection Association) all chimneys including furnace
chimneys should be inspected and serviced by a Certified
technician yearly.
There are three levels of a chimney inspection.
A Level I inspection (visual inspection) is what is performed
in most homes. We carefully look over all 14 parts of
your fireplace chimney and verify that the chimney is
structurally sound, has no obstructions or combustible
deposits (creosote), and all clearances are met.
A level II inspection (closed circuit video inspection)
is recommended when the structural integrity of the internals
is suspicious, that a malfunction may have caused damage
to the internals, however not visible to the naked eye.
Also, a chim scan is highly recommended if you plan on
converting your system, or if you plan the sale or purchase
of a home. The level II inspection also includes the visual
inspection of a Level I of all 14 parts of your chimney.
A level III inspection is when the system needs to be
taken apart in order to have access to the damaged areas
when serious hazards are suspicious.
Importance of a chimney cap
If you have a wood burning fireplace, the NFPA code book
suggests that for every cord or cord and a half of wood
you burn, you need to have your fireplace swept (cleaned).
This consists of removing the creosote (soot formed by
the natural byproduct of burning wood) from the inner
walls of your chimney liner.
Creosote is highly flammable and creosote accumulation
will cause chimney fire. A chimney sweep includes the
flue liner, smoke chamber, smoke shelf, damper and firebox.
Tuckpointing
Tuckpointing is needed when the mortar between the bricks
starts deteriorating. We deep grind the old mortar and
replace it with new mortar between the bricks or stones,
matching the mortar for a uniform look. Judd & Son
has the best equipment in the area for tuckpointing. Tuckpointing
is highly recommended to prevent more costly repairs in
the future as deteriorated brickwork weakens the integrity
of your chimney or other structure.
Chimney rebuild / brickwork
When a chimney is beyond repair for tuckpointing, a chimney
rebuild is necessary. We offer chimney rebuild, partial,
from roof line up, or complete rebuild as well as any
brick or stone work, including complete brickwork on a
new home to rebuilding a planter. No job is too big or
too small.
Lock-top damper
Huge heat loss occurs when a chimney damper doesn’t
seal properly or is missing or broken. You can’t
see it, however, the heat just goes out of the house.
If your damper is not sealed properly, it is like leaving
the front door open in the middle of winter.
We use the Energy Top lock-top damper. It is constructed
of stainless steel and aluminum. The Energy Top lock-top
damper also includes a cap for additional protection.
They are easy to operate, they have a lifetime warranty,
and they are made in the U.S.A.
Chase cover
Our chase covers (top pan) are custom made to fit your
chimney. We offer them in stainless steel with a lifetime
warranty or galvanized with a 10 year warranty, whatever
fits your budget. Both are crafted with pride in the U.S.A.
Crown wash
A crown wash is as important to the external bricks as
a cap is to the internals. It protects the bricks from
water going in or behind the chimney. It seals off the
air space between the outer walls of a masonry chimney
and the flue liner and slopes away from the liner to shed
water.
Dryer vent cleaning
Did you know that every year over one hundred million
homes, yes, one hundred million homes are the victims
of fire due to the neglect of the exhaust of the dryer
vents?
It can also be the cause of potentially hazardous conditions
such as carbon monoxide. A certified dryer exhaust technician
can inspect and clean your dryer vents and can also verify
that the correct type of duct is in use.
Various services also include smoke problems,
cold drafts, fireplace smells, etc. Give us a call today.
Our main goal is to keep every family in Northwest Indiana
and Illinois safe while enjoying their fireplace.
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