East Rockaway, LI’s Top Factory-Built Chimney Specialist

The chimney is one of the most overlooked elements of a residence. The fact that chimneys may do their job effectively, even when omitted, contributes to this idea that ‘it’s probably fine’. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather can be a potential safety hazard. Regular chimney maintenance is necessary to prevent leaks, deterioration & future troublesome, high-cost chimney solutions.

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

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

Water in the chimney also leads to rust in steel & cast iron, weakening or destroying the metal parts.

Numerous of masonry materials are porous & may absorb large amounts of water.

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

We can advise you in your own individual situation what is best for you.

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 may prevent some of the most steep complications. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call our trusted team for an estimate now! Every chimney pro 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 and close, sealing tight when not in use.

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 & animals.

Even just falling leaves might build up without the correct chimney cap in place.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all can suffer rust and deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar could crumble and crack, leading to serious leaks. 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 and installation pros are knowledgeable about a wide variety of chimney caps, guards and dampers.

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

Chimneys may block proper ventilation and even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease & 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 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 & 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 liner locks in moisture & gases, keeping them out of your home.

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

Chimney liners serve three main functions. Liners also protect masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion.

Flue gases are acidic and eat away at mortar joints from the inside. Liners also provide a correctly-sized flue for efficient appliance performance.

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

The required cleaning frequency will depend on use, type of installation, fuel, & burning habits of the customer.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch may be removed. We employ several cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney consultations are the only way to know when the chimney needs maintenance.

Several of the common 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 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 & dissolve heavy deposits.

A thorough chimney sweep will 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 product that could resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures appropriate for the class of the chimney service.

Chemical Cleaning: This needs two trips — 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 pros pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to the owner.

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Expressway Chimney provide you with a free inspection, no-obligation quote & the chimney inspection to use as your family wishes.