Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most overlooked parts of a building. The fact that chimneys can do their job well, even when slighted, contributes to this notion that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most customers assume them to be. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & uplifted masonry bricks all present a risk to residents.

Haphazardly lined chimneys often cause a number of inordinate structural & cosmetic damages for the property owner and also create potentially serious safety hazards.

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

A stone chimney acts & appears like a brick chimney and 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 consumer will employ to prevent water penetration and harm to the chimney.

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

Our experts only send fully-trained chimney cleaning professionals to your structure that will 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 estimate call or text Expressway 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 budget-busting headaches. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call Expressway Roofing & Chimney for an estimate now! Every chimney specialist 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.

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

It’s the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that infrequently have a damper.

Even just falling leaves sometimes 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 may crumble and crack, leading to serious damage. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests & leaves from entering. Still, regular chimney cleaning & maintenance are always recommended.

Our chimney repair & installation pros are knowledgeable about all kinds of chimney caps, guards and dampers.

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

Chimneys may block correct ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease and 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 materials. Stray sparks may be stopped by the mesh cover that is a part of all our chimney caps.

Bayport 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 & is approved for gas and oil.

It conforms to any chimney size and 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.

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

The liner protects your house from heat transfer to nearby combustibles. 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 erode, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and gases like carbon monoxide can leak into the house.

The chimney not only vents combustion products but also supplies draft for combustion air. An improperly-sized liner can cause creosote buildup in wood stoves and increase carbon monoxide risks.

Our objective is to provide recommendations that might improve the safety & 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. We 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 common chimney cleaning practices we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method & uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot & 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’s impossible to clean the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen & dissolve heavy deposits.

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

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

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Our contractors provide you with a free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as your family wishes.