Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most underestimated elements of a building. The chimney tends to not receive the thought or the concern usually accorded other hazardous household systems. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather can be a potential safety hazard. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & dislodged masonry blocks all present a risk to residents.

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

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

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

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

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

Our experts only send fully-trained chimney cleaning experts to your dwelling that can 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 inspection 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 high-priced headaches. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call Expressway Roofing & Chimney for an estimate now! Every chimney craftsmen knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

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

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

With precision engineering this damper is easy to open & close, sealing tight when not in use.

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

Sometimes it’s hard to think how industrious animals and birds could be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Rain is moisture & moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace & flue. Chimney liner tiles and mortar will crumble and crack, leading to critical issues. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. Still, annual chimney cleaning & maintenance are always recommended.

Our experts will come out and recommend the best option for you & 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. It’s a common issue: raccoons, squirrels, birds and bats try to make their house in your chimney.

Chimneys may block proper 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 component of all our chimney caps.

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The method recommended for your chimney may depend on the type of deposits. A flue lining in a masonry chimney is defined as “a clay, ceramic, or metal liner.” 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 and gases, keeping them out of your home.

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

The liner protects your house from heat transfer to nearby combustibles. 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.

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

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up in excess of 1/8 inch can be removed. Our experts employ various cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney inspections 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 standard cleaning method & 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 will 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 material that can resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures correct for the class of the chimney project.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two visits — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney sweeps may usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your property stays clean and undisturbed. Our pros pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch project with minimal interruption to a homeowner.

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We offer free estimate, no-obligation quote and the chimney report to use as you wishes.