Pro Local, Coram Chimney Services

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted parts of a property. Your chimney tends to not receive the redress or the concern usually directed other hazardous household systems. Chimneys perform several pertinent functions & their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements. Regular chimney maintenance is necessary to prevent damage, deterioration & future expensive, high-cost chimney corrections.

The complication is that many of masonry chimneys were not designed to handle the venting requirements of modern high-efficiency heating appliances burning natural gas & oil.

Hundreds of masonry chimney components (except for genuine stone) suffer accelerated deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water.

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

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety & problem-prevention element.

Defective mortar joints or the use of imperfect mortar or brick likely greatly increase the tendency to absorb and move water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Caps & dampers keep out the weather, all animals and most debris – all while keeping sparks from leaving the chimney which may ignite nearby combustibles like your roofing shingles, siding or nearby trees.

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

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that may prevent some of the most costly headaches. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call our trusted team for an estimate now! Every chimney craftsmen 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 property.

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

Chimney dampers will help prevent water penetrations, heat loss & keep you warm and saving you money.

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

It is hard to imagine how destructive animals & birds will be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Rain is moisture and moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace and flue. Chimney liner tiles & mortar may crumble & crack, leading to critical leaks. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard will slow wear-and-tear on your chimney & lining, saving you from costly repairs.

Our chimney repair and installation pros are knowledgeable about all kinds of chimney caps, guards & dampers.

Water starts more issues than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks & erodes the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues will protect you from costly repairs.

Chimneys can block correct ventilation and 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 part 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. Thermocrete has UL Listing & is approved for gas & oil.

It conforms to any chimney size & shape, becoming a corrosion-proof, flame- and heat-resistant, airtight system with steel-like rigidity. A stainless steel chimney liner is air- & water-tight.

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.

Flue gases are acidic and eat away at mortar joints from the inside. Liners also provide a correctly-sized flue for efficient appliance performance.

The chimney not only vents combustion products but also supplies draft for combustion air. Our primary role is to remove flue deposits & evaluate the overall chimney system.

The required cleaning frequency may depend on use, type of installation, fuel, and burning habits of the homeowner.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up more than 1/8 inch can be removed. We employ several cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney needs maintenance.

Several of the common chimney cleaning practices we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the normal cleaning method & uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot and creosote from entering the residence. 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 is impossible to sweep the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen & dissolve heavy deposits.

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

Chemical Cleaning: This requires two trips — sometimes three if necessary. Our chimney experts will usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your property stays clean and undisturbed. We pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to a homeowner.

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Our contractors provide you with a free consultation, no-obligation quote & the chimney report to use as you wishes.