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Handi - 20 Nov 2006 12:44 GMT

One of my chimneys is in a sad state of repair. Motar and pieces of brick
are missing in spots. Would it be that difficult for me to repair my own
chimney or should I call a professional to repoint it?

Its a bit late in the year for it now, the weather is getting colder. This
is a project I'm planning for next spring.

Handi

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hallerb@aol.com - 20 Nov 2006 12:56 GMT

at least get it professionally inspected if its a working chimney for
fireplace or flue vents.

if outside appearance is poor the interior may have troubles

I nearly died from carbon monoxide poisioning from a bad chimney cap!

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barry@sme-online.com - 20 Nov 2006 14:56 GMT

> One of my chimneys is in a sad state of repair. Motar and pieces of brick
> are missing in spots. Would it be that difficult for me to repair my own
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> Handi

Pieces of brick missing would lead me to suspect improper choice of
brick. Apparently some are not suitable for such exterior use- water
penetrates and freezes, splitting the bricks. I've seen a large
memorial
in E. Norwalk CT literally pulverized that way.

J

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