Chimney & Fireplaces/sinking chimney

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Expert: - 3/28/2009


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My entire chimney is sinking on one side and is starting to tear the roof apart.  Can it be jacked up,, and if so, approximately how much does this cost?

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Hello Carle, you will have to check with an engineer to see if you can "jack it up" when A chimney moves like this it means the foundation of the chimney is not as good as it needs to be, you might have to tear down the whole chimney and rebuild it correctly.
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I am a chimney sweep with over 22 years of experience, CSIA certified and member of the NCSG, I can answer questions about smoky fire places, wood stoves, and heating units (boiler and furnace chimneys) do you need a relining? A cap? And much more

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