Nearby Centereach Freestanding Chimney Estimates

The chimney is one of the most undervalued features of a structure. Your chimney tends to not receive the redress or the concern usually provided other troublesome household systems. Chimneys perform several critical functions & their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions and loose masonry stones all present a hazard to residents.

Faultily lined chimneys may cause a number of expensive structural & cosmetic defects for the consumer and also create potentially significant safety hazards.

Masonry products deteriorate quickly when exposed to the extreme freeze/thaw processes of Centereach, in which moisture that has penetrated the products periodically freezes & expands causing undue stress.

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

Lots of masonry products are porous & will absorb large amounts of water.

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

Caps and dampers keep out the weather, all animals & most debris – all while keeping sparks from leaving the chimney which might ignite nearby combustibles like your roofing shingles, siding or nearby trees.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair quote call or text us at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that often prevent some of the most costly issues. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call Centereach’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney mason knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Many chimney caps today are built from aluminum, galvanized steel or decorative metals.

In especially windy areas chimneys also may prevent downdrafts by blocking crosswinds from entering the chimney.

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

This is the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that hardly ever have a damper.

Even just falling leaves can build up without the right chimney cap in place.

Rain is moisture & moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace and flue. Chimney liner tiles and mortar may crumble & crack, leading to critical leaks. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard can slow wear-and-tear on your chimney and lining, saving you from costly expenses.

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

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

Chimneys may block proper ventilation and even allow pests to enter your home, potentially spreading disease and causing havoc. Our strong mesh and 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.

Nearby Chimney Companies for Centereach

The method recommended for your chimney will 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 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. 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 erode, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles & gases like carbon monoxide may leak into the house.

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

Our mission is to provide recommendations that might improve the safety & efficiency of your appliance & 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 may be removed. Our experts employ various cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney requires attention.

Several of the common chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the normal cleaning method and 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 is impossible to sweep the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen & dissolve heavy deposits.

A thorough chimney sweep could remove soot, creosote and blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote & gases could 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 necessary for the class of the chimney job.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two trips — sometimes three if necessary. Our chimney pros will usually complete the job in a couple of hours and ensure your home stays clean and undisturbed. We pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to the owner.

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