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The chimney crown which is also termed as Chimney Cap is the cement part provided on the top of chimney chase to prevent the entrance of rainwater into the chimney.  The bricks of the chimney go up around the tile flue liners, you need something at the top of the chimney to stop the rain and snow from just falling in around the tiles. It is obvious that the very purpose of the chimney crown is to keep rain out. Cracks can occur from shifting of the structure or from shrinkage dating back to the first day the crown was put on the chimney. The water goes right through those cracks into your chimney when your crown has cracks. How to fix it Fixing the cracked crown depends upon how badly it has been damaged. In most of the cases, crowns have small cracks. However, even small ones need to be fixed because it can cause big cracks in the chimney crown. Water freezes and thaws in the cracks all winter long, year after year, which forces small cracks to eventually become big cracks....

A proper gutter system helps to control the amount of water and moisture that gets into your house. In combination with various types of venting system, gutter system can prevent the damage from trapped moisture. The secret to getting the best functioning gutter is to clean it at the right time and right frequency. Many gutter experts, including us, recommend cleaning the gutter twice a year. It is best if it is performed in the late spring and early fall or late summer of the year. Keep in mind that there are other few important factors that must be considered when following this maintenance plan. Well, your location, the topography in your area, and the number of trees around your home should be considered while following the maintenance plan. You may also need to perform a cleaning job after a storm. This is essential for two main reasons which is removal of accumulated leaves and debris and checking for possible damage on the gutter system. Also, the number and type of trees ...