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The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted components of a home. The fact that chimneys often do their job perfectly, even when neglected, contributes to this idea that ‘it’s probably fine’. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather may be a potential safety hazard. Harmful or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys may become soft, cracked or otherwise problematic – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control & contain the life-threatening by-products of combustion.

Haphazardly lined chimneys can cause a number of inordinate structural and cosmetic flaws for the client & also create potentially important safety hazards.

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

A stone chimney acts and is like a brick chimney and it should also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

Chimney caps, also called rain covers, are probably the most inexpensive preventive measure that a property owner will employ to prevent water penetration & trouble to the chimney.

Installing chimney caps and dampers could protect your chimney & maintain a safe chimney damper.

Our specialists will advise a client in your own unique situation what is best for you.

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

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that sometimes prevent some of the most hefty harm. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney contractor knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Most chimney caps are made from copper or stainless steel

Chimney caps also come with spark barriers to prevent stray airborne particles that are still burning from exiting onto your roof.

Chimney dampers could help prevent water penetrations, heat loss and keep you warm & 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.

These blockages can cause fire hazards and smoke back drafting into the home.

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

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

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

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

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

LI Chimney Contractors for Chimney Lining Replacements

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.

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 and extreme temperature cycles.

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. As mortar joints wear away, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and gases like carbon monoxide can leak into the house.

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 objective is to provide recommendations that might 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 should be removed. Our experts employ several cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of maintenance.

 

Several of the common chimney cleaning techniques 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 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 clean the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen & dissolve heavy deposits.

A thorough chimney sweep may remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases will 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 appropriate for the class of the chimney service.

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

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Expressway Chimney offer free inspection, no-obligation quote & the chimney estimate to use as you wishes.