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My name is John. I'm located on Long Island and have been in the chimney business for 20 years. I have extensive knowledge in all aspects of chimney maintenance and repair. Cleanings, crowns, brickwork, linings, and all types of chimney problems and conditions. As seen on CBS news' Christmas special, "what to do in a worst case scenario"
Experience in the area
all experience is hands on. Knowledge is extensive throughout the chimney building, maintenance, and any repair processes
Education/Credentials
20 years on hands experience
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim | 03/06/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks John. It all makes sense to ..... |
| Dave | 01/05/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very fast and accurate response, thank you ..... |
| Juliana | 08/10/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you! You were very helpful. |
| mary | 08/03/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| cindy | 07/01/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you! |
Recent Answers from john
2012-03-04 Circa 1978 Superior Wood Burning Fireplace:
thanks for the pic. the metal walls are the original, and exposed, walls. there was no firebrick covering them originally. the firebricks were put in later on. check behind them. sometimes if water gets
2012-03-02 Circa 1978 Superior Wood Burning Fireplace:
A pic of this fireplace would be helpful. Can you send one? Are the metal walls of the firebox exposed?
2012-01-05 fireplace vents:
Hi Dave, I myself live on long island and these fireplaces seem very common. Blocking or closing off the vents doesn't hurt, and unfortunately help, with helping to heat your home. As far as problems,
2011-08-20 How to cut wood stove pipe:
yes 24 gauge is the most common and its the only one id use. if using unsealed pipe try this its worked for me. cut it to the length you need and then intentionally misalign the pipe so its about an inch
2011-08-20 How to cut wood stove pipe:
If your using real smokepipe (its a thicker black metal)it comes unsealed and tinsnips work best. I would never use a hacksaw. Its hard to control and its alot harder to work rather than snips
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