4800 Meadows Rd Suite 346 Lake Oswego OR 97035 – in person inquiry by appointment only
CHIMNEY AND BRICK MOSS REMOVAL
Guarding Against Chimney Damage Caused by Moss
Moss poses a significant threat to your chimney’s structural integrity. Both the chimney crown and mortar joints are vulnerable to the invasive roots of moss, which can dig into the mortar and cause extensive damage. When left unaddressed, moss can wreak havoc on your chimney, leading to the complete destruction of both the crown and mortar joints. This unchecked growth can undermine your chimney’s structural integrity, as starkly illustrated in the images below.
Protecting Your Chimney from Moss Damage
When moss damage affects your chimney’s structural integrity, two primary solutions are available: tuck-pointing or complete chimney reconstruction, as illustrated in the image on the right above. Once the damage extends to the crown, it necessitates the removal of the damaged crown and the installation of a new one.
To prevent such extensive damage, reach out to Metro Chimney. We specialize in chemically killing the moss, ensuring the complete eradication of moss and its roots. After removal, we recommend safeguarding your chimney by applying chimney specific waterproofing product specially designed for chimneys. This product comes with a manufacturer-backed 10-year warranty.
It’s worth noting that moss removal not only halts further damage but also addresses the pores created over time by rainwater erosion. Moss absorbs water, and once removed, the absence of moss can potentially lead to chimney leaks. To counteract this, all our moss removal services are accompanied by a chimney waterproofing bid to seal and protect your chimney from potential leaks.
We strongly recommend chimney waterproofing following moss removal. Contact us for more details and explore the before-and-after images below to witness the results of our chimney moss removal services.
IMPORTANT
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Metro Chimney reserves the right to walk away from a job even if there is signed bid before the work is initiated if we sense there will a problem or ongoing issue between us and the customer. This is the Oregon CCB’s position. The customer can call another contractor or chimney company.