Nearby Salisbury Masonry Chimney Estimates

The chimney is one of the most overlooked parts of a building. Any chimney tends to not receive the consideration or the concern usually accorded other troublesome household systems. Chimneys perform several important functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & uplifted masonry products all present a danger to chimneys.

Faultily lined chimneys might cause a number of steep structural & cosmetic problems for the resident & also create potentially imperitive safety hazards.

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

A stone chimney acts and looks like a brick chimney & it might also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

Chimney caps, also called rain covers, are probably the most inexpensive preventive measure that a client should employ to prevent water penetration and harm to the chimney.

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

Our technicians only send fully-trained chimney cleaning certified technicians to your property that may 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 consultation call or text us 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 pricey nightmares. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call Expressway Roofing & Chimney for an estimate now! Every chimney contractor knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Chimney caps come in all different varieties, shapes, sizes & metals.

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

Our chimney sweeps are able to recommend the best solution for your chimney.

When closed, the damper serves as a chimney cap and with a slight pull of the chain it releases the spring-loaded top into the open position when you’re ready to enjoy a nice fire.

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

Rain is moisture & moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace & flue. Chimney liner tiles & mortar will crumble and crack, leading to serious leaks. 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 issues than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks & wears away the mortar. It’s a common problem: raccoons, squirrels, birds and bats try to make their house in your chimney.

Chimneys may 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 products. Stray sparks may be stopped by the mesh cover that is a component of all our chimney caps.

Salisbury Chimney Caps & Top Dampers

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 and 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 liner locks in moisture & gases, keeping them out of your house.

This alloy resists acids from gas appliances & 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.

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

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.

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

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

Several of the typical chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method & uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot and creosote from entering the home. 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 and dissolve heavy deposits.

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

Chemical Cleaning: This needs two visits — sometimes 3 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 service with minimal interruption to you.

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Salisbury’s chimney experts offer free estimate, no-obligation quote & the chimney inspection to use as you wishes.