Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most overlooked components of a home. Your chimney tends to not receive the thought or the concern usually afforded other concerning household systems. Chimneys perform several necessary functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & uplifted masonry bricks all present a danger to buildings.

Improperly lined chimneys often cause a number of inordinate structural & cosmetic worries for the occupant and also create potentially significant safety hazards.

Many of masonry chimney products (except for real stone) suffer accelerated deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water.

Water in the chimney also triggers rust in steel and cast iron, weakening or destroying the metal parts.

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety & trouble-prevention solution.

Common brick is like a sponge, absorbing water & wicking moisture to the chimney interior.

Our specialists only send fully-trained chimney cleaning highly-skilled pros to your house that are able to live up to the guidelines of the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) and the NCSG (National Chimney Sweeps Guild), the two regulatory organizations for the chimney industry in the United States.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair estimate call or text Expressway at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that will prevent some of the most budget-busting trouble. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call Brentwood’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney specialist knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

The job of the chimney cap is to stop rain from entering the flue & to stop pests from building nests in your chimney or using the chimney for a doorway into your residence.

In especially windy areas chimneys also may prevent downdrafts by blocking crosswinds from entering the chimney.

Our chimney sweeps might recommend the best solution for your chimney.

It is the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that seldom have a damper.

It’s hard to think how resourceful animals and birds can be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Metal fireboxes, liners & dampers all can suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles and mortar will crumble and crack, leading to serious issues. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests & leaves from entering. Still, regular chimney cleaning & maintenance are always recommended.

Our chimney repair & installation pros are knowledgeable about a wide variety of chimney caps, guards & dampers.

Water starts more damage than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and erodes the mortar. It’s a common issue: raccoons, squirrels, birds & bats try to make their house in your chimney.

Chimneys can block correct ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease & causing havoc. Our strong mesh and lids can keep even the most determined animals out!

Your fireplace can send sparks onto the roof or nearby flammable materials. Stray sparks can be stopped by the mesh cover that is a component of all our chimney caps.

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The method recommended for your chimney will depend on the type of deposits. The Thermocrete process coats the inside of the chimney with a durable ceramic sealant. A lining cleaning is cost-effective & ideal for fireplaces & chimneys serving gas, oil, wood, or coal appliances.

It conforms to any chimney size and shape, becoming a corrosion-proof, flame- and heat-resistant, airtight system with steel-like rigidity. A stainless steel liner locks in moisture and gases, keeping them out of your house.

Stainless steel liners are UL tested under extreme conditions, including simulated chimney fires over 2100°F, so you’ll sleep soundly knowing your house is safer.

Chimney liners serve three main functions. Liners also protect masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion.

If flue gases penetrate brick and mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. As mortar joints erode, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and gases like carbon monoxide can leak into the home.

Modern stoves and furnaces need a properly-sized flue to operate efficiently. An incorrectly-sized liner can cause creosote buildup in wood stoves and increase carbon monoxide risks.

Our aim is to provide recommendations that will improve the safety and efficiency of your appliance & venting system.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch can be removed. Our technicians employ several cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of attention.

Several of the typical chimney cleaning methods we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method & uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot & creosote from entering the property. This cleaning is effective for soot and light creosote deposits but has little effect on glaze build-up.

Mechanical Sweeping. Mechanical cleaning uses wire brushes, plastic cables, or special chains rotated at high speed by an electric motor. It is often employed to remove hard creosote or glaze deposits. In rare cases where it’s impossible to clean the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen & dissolve heavy deposits.

A thorough chimney sweep should remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases may be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved material that can resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures correct for the class of the chimney project.

Chemical Cleaning: This requires two trips — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney pros may usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your residence stays clean and undisturbed. Our technicians pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to you.

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Brentwood’s chimney experts give you a free inspection, no-obligation quote & the chimney report to use as your family wishes.