Nearby North Hempstead Town Factory Chimney Inspections

The chimney is one of the most useful things of a home. The fact that chimneys may do their job well, even when neglected, contributes to this thought that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most property managers assume them to be. Harmful or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys may become soft, cracked or otherwise damaged – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control & contain the serious by-products of combustion.

Improperly lined chimneys could cause a number of ritzy structural and cosmetic defects for the client & also create potentially pertinent safety hazards.

Expressway repairs leaks to all parts of your fireplace or chimney. Whether a homeowner wishes for a chimney repointing, chimney repairs to missing or loose bricks, repair of a leaking chimney crown, broken flue liner or other chimney issue.

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

Chimney caps, also called rain covers, are probably the most inexpensive preventive measure that a householder may employ to prevent water penetration & damage to the chimney.

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

Our experts only send fully-trained chimney cleaning specialists to your structure 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 assessment 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 can prevent some of the most upscale problems. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading 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 screens to prevent stray airborne particles that are still burning from exiting onto your roof.

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

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.

These blockages will cause fire hazards and smoke back drafting into the building.

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

Our technicians can come out and recommend the best option for you and provide a written estimate to install a new chimney cap, damper, or guard.

Water starts more leaks than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and erodes the mortar. It’s a common issue: raccoons, squirrels, birds & bats try to make their home in your chimney.

Chimneys can block proper ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease and 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 may 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 may depend on the type of deposits. A flue lining in a masonry chimney is defined as “a clay, ceramic, or metal liner.” A lining cleaning is cost-effective and ideal for fireplaces and chimneys serving gas, oil, wood, or coal appliances.

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

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

The required cleaning frequency might 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 over 1/8 inch may be removed. Our pros employ multiple cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney requires maintenance.

Several of the typical chimney cleaning methods 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 & 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’s impossible to sweep the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen and dissolve heavy deposits.

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

Chemical Cleaning: This requires two visits — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney experts can usually complete the job in a couple of hours & 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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Our contractors offer free inspection, no-obligation quote & the chimney estimate to use as the owner wishes.