Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted parts of a house. The fact that chimneys often do their job properly, even when discounted, contributes to this idea that ‘it’s probably fine’. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather might be a potential safety hazard. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions and loose masonry bricks all present a hazard to buildings.

The challenge is that hundreds of masonry chimneys were not designed to handle the venting requirements of modern high-efficiency heating appliances burning natural gas and oil.

Expressway repairs weakening to all parts of your fireplace or chimney. Whether a client seeks a chimney repointing, chimney repairs to missing or loose bricks, repair of a leaking chimney crown, broken flue liner or other chimney threat.

While most stone is not affected by water penetration, large amounts of mortar are required to bond the stone properly.

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety & deterioration-prevention feature.

Defective mortar joints or the use of inferior mortar or brick may greatly increase the tendency to absorb & guide water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our crew will advise you in your own personal situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair evaluation 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 often prevent some of the most inordinate headaches. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call our trusted team 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.

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

Chimney dampers will help prevent water penetrations, heat loss and keep you warm and 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 might cause fire hazards and smoke back drafting into the building.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all will suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles and mortar will crumble and crack, leading to serious 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 and installation experts are knowledgeable about many types of chimney caps, guards & dampers.

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

Chimneys can block proper ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, 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 products. Stray sparks may be stopped by the mesh cover that is a part 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. The Thermocrete process coats the inside of the chimney with a durable ceramic sealant. 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 & extreme temperature cycles.

The liner protects your house from heat transfer to nearby combustibles. Liners also protect masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion.

If flue gases penetrate brick and mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. As mortar joints wear away, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and gases like carbon monoxide may leak into the house.

The chimney not only vents combustion products but also supplies draft for combustion air. 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, & burning habits of the client.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up more than 1/8 inch may be removed. Our technicians employ multiple cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney checks are the only way to know when the chimney requires maintenance.

Several of the usual 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 & creosote from entering the home. 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 is impossible to clean the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen and dissolve heavy deposits.

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

Chemical Cleaning: This requires two trips — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney technicians can usually complete the job in a couple of hours and ensure your home stays clean and undisturbed. Our technicians pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch project with minimal interruption to you.

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We provide you with a free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as a homeowner wishes.