{"id":2247,"date":"2016-03-28T13:05:05","date_gmt":"2016-03-28T17:05:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/?p=2247"},"modified":"2016-05-16T09:16:13","modified_gmt":"2016-05-16T13:16:13","slug":"ann-arbor-chimney-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/ann-arbor-chimney-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Ann Arbor Chimney Repair: Regulations and Considerations"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Ann Arbor Chimney Repair<\/h2>\n

With another Michigan winter almost behind us, it\u2019s likely that your fireplace and chimney have seen their fair share of use. Over time, it\u2019s natural for some common problems to arise such as a leaky chimney or damaged chimney caps, crowns or covers. Pay close attention if you\u2019re an Ann Arbor resident; chimney repair is considered mandatory maintenance of your property!<\/p>\n

That being said, if you live in Ann Arbor and are looking for a company to assist you with chimney repairs, it\u2019s important to hire someone with a thorough understanding of the City of Ann Arbor\u2019s code of ordinances<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Ann Arbor Chimney Repair: Regulations<\/h2>\n

Ann Arbor chimney and fireplace regulations are buried deep within thousands of other regulations and ordinances making it nearly impossible to find exactly what you need to know when contracting work on your chimney or fireplace.\u00a0 But don\u2019t fret, Doctor Flue is here to help with expert knowledge and years of experience working with the City of Ann Arbor ordinances.<\/p>\n

If you live in a historic property, Ann Arbor\u2019s Historic Preservation Ordinance warns against \u201cdemolition by neglect.\u201d The phrase is used to describe a situation in which a property owner allows a historic property to deteriorate in an effort to evade preservation regulations. If the city finds a property owner culpable of \u201cdemolition by neglect,\u201d it can require repairs at the cost of the owner.<\/p>\n

The city may find that a resource is being demolished by neglect if any of the following criteria are met: Fireplaces or chimneys that \u201clist, bulge or settle due to defective material or deterioration\u201d or fireplaces or chimneys that \u201care of insufficient size or strength to carry imposed loads with safety.\u201d You can avoid these pitfalls by scheduling an appointment with Doctor Flue now, ahead of the next cold season. We offer Ann Arbor residents thorough inspections<\/a> of chimneys as well as a variety of repair services<\/a> and replacement parts.<\/p>\n

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Ann Arbor Chimney Repair: Considerations<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve established that it\u2019s important to maintain chimney safety and standards, but there are a few additional things you might want to consider. If you\u2019re like most Ann Arbor residents, you consider yourself \u201cgreen\u201d and make a conscious effort to reduce your impact on the environment. Doctor Flue, inc. does, too!<\/p>\n

Doctor Flue, inc. on Saving Our Trees:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gas fireplaces, stoves, and inserts are a great alternative to wood-burning systems. They eliminate the need for tracking down wood to burn, which saves you time and helps maintain the natural beauty of Ann Arbor (maintaining its deserved \u201cTree Town\u201d nickname). In addition, replacing your wood-burning system with a gas-powered system lowers your carbon output, helps maintain the integrity of your chimney, and will likely raise the value of your home.<\/p>\n

Doctor Flue, inc. on Going Green:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Doctor Flue, inc. is committed to decreasing our impact on the environment and helping others do the same. We strive to provide the most advanced environmentally friendly products and services available. Here are some of the most popular \u201cgreen\u201d products we provide:<\/p>\n