Does Your Fireplace Firebox Need Repair Services? We Can Help
Different parts of your chimney system take more abuse than others. Your chimney’s crown takes on a greater share of water attacks, for instance, and your chimney cap takes a toll on windy days. Then, there’s your fireplace’s firebox – the place that holds the fire itself – which bears a heavier load of heat.
If you’re worried about the condition of your fireplace firebox, call on us. Our experienced masonry technicians can restore your firebox, whether it needs small repairs or a full rebuild. Call or book online with us today.
What Is a Firebox Made Of?
In order to stand up to the brutal heat of a fire, a masonry firebox will generally be made of firebrick and refractory mortar. Firebrick is usually made out of a refractory clay/ceramic material that allows it to withstand those high temperatures without the expansion/contraction that would cause other kinds of brick to crack or crumble. Like firebrick, refractory mortars are made to withstand higher levels of heat and are proven to be durable in heats in excess of 2000° F. If your firebox was not constructed of these specially-designed materials, you may need to have your firebox rebuilt for safety and durability.
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What Are the Most Common Types of Firebox Damage?
Fireboxes are built to be durable and sturdy, but all that direct exposure to fire can do some damage over time. And heat is just one of the factors that might contribute to problems with a firebox. As your home shifts and settles, cracks might appear, and if water gets into your system, it could degrade your firebox as well.
The most common types of firebox damage include:
- Cracked or deteriorated mortar joints
- Spalling or missing brickwork
- Rust and corrosion of metal components
- Water-related damages
- Refractory panels bending or cracking
- Gaps between the firebox and hearth
- Creosote and soot buildup on the walls
- Loose or missing firebricks
Regular inspections and maintenance can help prevent small issues from becoming major problems, so if you’re due for service, book with our techs today.
What Are My Firebox Design Options?
If you’re getting repairs or reconstruction work done to your fireplace and chimney, nearly every part of your system allows for at least some creativity – and the firebox allows for a lot.
You can choose different sizes or colors of firebrick, as well as different patterns – from the more common running bond pattern to an eye-grabbing herringbone design.
Or, if your firebox is significantly damaged to the point of needing a rebuild, it might be worth talking to your Blue Ridge Chimney Services technicians about a rebuild or a fireplace insert. Inserts can be retrofitted into your current fireplace, ensuring you have a safe and functional heating appliance again in no time. And if we’re rebuilding a firebox in your fireplace, you have a lot of options to play with that allow you to put your personal stamp on your home.
Ready to get started? Talk to your Blue Ridge Chimney Services technicians about what you like!
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Does your firebox or – any other part of your chimney system – need work? Call Blue Ridge Chimney Services at 540-217-2030 or schedule an appointment online. We’re here to help.
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