Beverly’s older homes, many built before modern building codes, often hide aging chimneys that demand specialized care. Sora G. Chimney Inc is sharing what Beverly homeowners should watch for this spring to keep their brickwork safe and functional.
Brickwork and liners in Beverly’s pre-1950s homes need closer inspection
Many Beverly homes built before 1950 feature unlined or clay-tile-lined chimneys that weren’t designed for today’s wood stoves or modern appliances. Over time, these older masonry flues can crack, shift, or develop gaps that let heat escape into walls or allow creosote to build up unseen. Our team recently inspected a brick chimney on Cabot Street that had lost its liner in sections—exactly the kind of hidden damage that leads to dangerous heat transfer or even chimney fires. If your home still has its original flue, schedule a full inspection with a licensed sweep who understands older brickwork. services about
Salt air and seasonal shifts stress Beverly’s coastal chimneys
Beverly’s coastal climate speeds up wear on older brick and mortar, especially around homes near Cabot, Dodge, or Hale Streets. Salt in the air corrodes metal liners and weakens mortar joints, while freeze-thaw cycles in winter can pop bricks loose or widen cracks. We’ve seen chimneys on Ocean Avenue with eroded crowns and spalling bricks that need tuckpointing before the next storm season. If your chimney hasn’t been inspected in the last 12 months, now’s the time to book a sweep before summer humidity sets in. areas/beverly/ tips/7-ways-swampscott-chimney-sweep-protects-coastal-homes-from