Seasoned, Local, Deer Park Chimney Team

The chimney is one of the most underestimated parts of a property. The fact that chimneys could do their job well, even when omitted, contributes to this assumption that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most people assume them to be. Regular chimney maintenance is foundational to prevent issues, deterioration & future dangerous, high-cost chimney restorations.

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

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

A stone chimney acts & resembles like a brick chimney and it may also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

Hundreds of masonry components are porous & will absorb large amounts of water.

Common brick is like a sponge, absorbing water and wicking moisture to the chimney interior.

Our team only send fully-trained chimney cleaning experts to your structure that will 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 consultation 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 expensive damage. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney expert knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

The job of the chimney cap is to stop rain from entering the flue and to stop pests from building nests in your chimney or using the chimney for a doorway into your building.

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

Our chimney technicians might recommend the best solution for your chimney.

It is the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that almost never have a damper.

It’s hard to see how industrious animals and birds often 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 & mortar could crumble & crack, leading to serious issues. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. Still, proper chimney cleaning & maintenance are always recommended.

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

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

Chimneys can block correct 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 may 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 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.

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.

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.

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

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

The required cleaning frequency can depend on use, type of installation, fuel, and burning habits of the property owner.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up more than 1/8 inch can be removed. Our technicians employ a variety of cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney consultations are the only way to know when the chimney needs attention.

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 & creosote from entering the property. 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 and 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 and gases may be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved material that will resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures correct for the class of the chimney service.

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

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Deer Park’s chimney experts provide you with a free estimate, no-obligation quote and the chimney inspection to use as you wishes.