Chimney repair in Clarks Summit and the Abingtons
Chimney repair and inspection for homes in Clarks Summit, South Abington, Waverly and nearby.
Clarks Summit is a Lackawanna County borough northwest of Scranton, with about 5,100 residents at the 2020 census, and the center of the Abington area. It was incorporated in 1911, and its oldest standing house dates to 1837. Today the area mixes older homes in the borough with newer houses in the surrounding townships, many with fireplaces and wood stoves.
What chimney work do Abington homes need?
- Sweeping and inspection for homes that burn wood regularly
- Relining for wood stove and insert installations
- Crown and cap repair on masonry chimneys
- Leak repair at flashing
- Inspection of prefabricated metal chimneys in newer homes
Masonry vs. prefabricated chimneys
Many newer homes have factory-built (prefabricated) fireplaces with metal flue pipes, often boxed in with siding or stone. They have different problems than masonry chimneys: rusted chase covers on top, damaged firebox panels and parts that have to be replaced with components listed for that system. Tell the contractor which type you have.
Adding a wood stove or insert?
Installing a wood stove or fireplace insert in an existing fireplace usually requires a stainless liner sized for the stove, running the full height of the chimney. Have the chimney inspected first, follow the stove manufacturer's installation instructions, and check whether your municipality requires a permit for the installation.
Burning wood safely
- Burn dry, seasoned wood to cut creosote buildup.
- Have the chimney swept and inspected regularly.
- Keep working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
- Dispose of ashes in a covered metal container away from the house.
Common questions
Do you cover South Abington and Waverly?
Yes. Call with your address and we'll connect you with a company that serves it.
What is a chase cover?
The metal cover on top of a boxed-in prefabricated chimney. Rusted chase covers are a common cause of leaks.
Services in Clarks Summit
- Chimney masonry repair and tuckpointingRepoint crumbling mortar, replace damaged brick or rebuild a deteriorated chimney top.
- Chimney reliningStainless steel and other liners for cracked, missing or undersized flue liners.
- Chimney caps and crownsReplace cracked crowns and install caps to keep water, animals and debris out.
- Chimney leak repairFind and fix leaks from flashing, crowns, caps and porous masonry.
- Chimney inspection and sweepingAnnual inspections, camera inspections for home sales, and creosote and soot removal.
Nearby areas
Crumbling bricks or a leak by the fireplace?
Call now and a local chimney company will come inspect it and quote the repair.