Awendaw’s historic homes, particularly those near the Intracoastal Waterway, face chimney challenges from both salt corrosion and shifting foundations. We’ve restored chimneys in this area where homeowners thought their ‘minor’ cracks were just ‘settling’—until a storm turned them into major leaks. Our inspections include checking for water damage in the crown (the top of your chimney), which is critical in Awendaw’s rainy season. If your chimney has a clay liner, we’ll use a video camera to spot cracks invisible to the naked eye. Pro tip: Awendaw’s older homes often have ‘hidden’ flue tiles that collapse over time—we’ve repaired them before they caused a chimney fire. Schedule your sweep before the next hurricane warning.
Need chimney sweep in Awendaw? Kevin and Ramirez Chimney Inc is licensed, insured, and ready to help.