Professional, Local, Sagaponack Chimney Specialist

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted elements of a structure. Every chimney tends to not receive the focus or the concern usually afforded other worrisome household systems. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather will be a potential safety hazard. Leaky or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys could become soft, cracked or otherwise faulty – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control & contain the hazardous by-products of combustion.

Each year there are thousands of cases of carbon monoxide poisonings due to faulty lined chimneys.

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

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

Many of masonry components are porous and will absorb large amounts of water.

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

Our experts only send fully-trained chimney cleaning experts to your property that might live up to the guidelines of the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) & 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 assessment call or text us at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that often prevent some of the most upscale issues. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call Sagaponack’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney pro knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Many chimney caps today are built from aluminum, galvanized steel or decorative metals.

Some caps can actually help facilitate the updraft function of the chimney as well by virtue of their special design.

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

This damper attaches to the top of the chimney’s flue tile liner, providing a tight, gasketed fit that seals in heat & seals out weather, insects, birds and animals.

Even just falling leaves may build up without the latest chimney cap in place.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all can suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar will crumble and crack, leading to critical damage. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard can slow wear-and-tear on your chimney and lining, saving you from costly expenses.

We will come out & recommend the best option for you and provide a written estimate to install a new chimney cap, damper, or guard.

Water starts more damage than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and weathers the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues will protect you from expensive repairs.

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

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

LI Chimney Contractors for Chimney Lining Replacements

The method recommended for your chimney may 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 and oil.

A composite chimney lining system is inflated into the flue, then hardened with steam pressure, forming a tough liner. A stainless steel chimney liner is air- & water-tight.

This alloy resists acids from gas appliances and extreme temperature cycles.

Chimney liners serve three main functions. NBS tests showed that unlined chimneys let heat move so quickly that adjacent woodwork caught fire within 3½ hours.

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

Modern stoves and furnaces need a correctly-sized flue to operate efficiently. Our primary role is to remove flue deposits & evaluate the overall chimney system.

Our mission is to provide recommendations that could improve the safety and efficiency of your appliance and venting system.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch can be removed. Our pros employ various cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney requires maintenance.

Several of the usual chimney cleaning methods we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method and uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot and creosote from entering the house. 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 could remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox & damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases may be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved product that may resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures necessary for the class of the chimney job.

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

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Sagaponack’s chimney experts offer free estimate, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as you wishes.