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Back Bay Chimney Struck by Lightening

Posted by Alexandra Storrs on Wednesday, August 27, 2014, In : Top Hat Tips 


Yes, chimneys do get struck by lightening.  A lightening strike to a chimney can cause a significant amount of damage.  
That damage can affect the structural integrity of the chimney.  In this case on Marlborough St., in Boston's Back Bay, the force of the lightening strike sent brick flying down to the street and through someone's skylight.  Always have your chimney inspected after a lightening strike.  Even if it looks ok, best to be safe.
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Fireplace Facade Stone Veneer in Waltham Complete!

Posted by Alexandra Storrs on Friday, August 15, 2014, In : Fireplaces 


Finished!  Instead of ta-da, around here we like to say Da-na!  I wish the lighting was better in this photo.  Big difference, looks so much better & the client was thrilled!  This project took about five days start to finish. Fore before an progression photos http://www.dmstorrschimney.com/our-soot-stories/fireplace-facade-stone-veneer-in-waltham-con-t-aug-15-2014-3-26-22-pm-22 
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Fireplace Facade Stone Veneer in Waltham (con't)

Posted by Alexandra Storrs on Friday, August 15, 2014, In : Fireplaces 


Almost done.  Mantle was protected to avoid scratches.  Wood supports are removed once the mortar sets.  Dana & Dave are adding the finishing touches.  For before and progression photos http://www.dmstorrschimney.com/our-soot-stories/fireplace-facade-stone-veneer-in-waltham-con-t-
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Fireplace Facade Stone Veneer in Waltham (con't)

Posted by Alexandra Storrs on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, In : Fireplaces 


This is a progression photo.  The hearth material is bluestone.  We custom order the hearth material which is cut to size. The wood is to support the stones over the firebox opening.  This particular veneer is actual stone as opposed to cultured stone.  To see the before photo... http://www.dmstorrschimney.com/our-soot-stories/fireplace-facade-stone-veneer-in-waltham
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Fireplace Facade Stone Veneer in Waltham

Posted by Alexandra Storrs on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, In : Fireplaces 


This is client reached out to us to give his fireplace facade an updated look.  Here is a look at the fireplace before we started.  Our material is sourced from a local masonry dealer, who in turn gets most of him material locally here in MA. As you can see the floor is protected.  Dana likes to lay the stone out before applying it.  I equate it to a jig saw puzzle.
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Dana M Storrs AT DM Storrs Chimney, we combine traditional chimney sweeping methods with current and future technologies in the chimney and venting industry. We are a fully-insured and licensed family owned business serving your local community. Chimney Safety Institute of America(CSIA) certified Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License (CSL) OSHA trained