Farmingdale, LI’s Top Masonry Chimney Contractor

The chimney is one of the most undervalued things of a building. Your chimney tends to not receive the redress or the concern usually provided other hazardous household systems. Chimneys perform several essential functions & their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements. Leaky or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys will become soft, cracked or otherwise damaged – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control & contain the serious by-products of combustion.

Faultily lined chimneys could cause a number of upscale structural and cosmetic problems for the customer and also create potentially important safety hazards.

Quite a bit of masonry chimney products (except for genuine stone) suffer accelerated deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water.

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

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety and damage-prevention element.

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

Our crew often advise a client in your own distinct situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair estimate call or text us 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 hefty issues. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call our trusted team for an estimate now! Every chimney contractor knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Chimney caps come in all different varieties, shapes, sizes & materials.

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

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 and animals.

These blockages may cause fire hazards and smoke back drafting into the structure.

Metal fireboxes, liners & dampers all will suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar may crumble & crack, leading to serious problems. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. Still, proper chimney cleaning and maintenance are always recommended.

Our experts can come out & recommend the best option for you and provide a written estimate to install a new chimney cap, damper, or guard.

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

Chimneys can block correct ventilation and even allow pests to enter your home, potentially spreading disease & 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 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. The Thermocrete process coats the inside of the chimney with a durable ceramic sealant. A lining cleaning is cost-effective and ideal for fireplaces & chimneys serving gas, oil, wood, or coal appliances.

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- & 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 home is safer.

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

If flue gases penetrate brick and mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. Liners also provide a properly-sized flue for efficient appliance performance.

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.

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch may be removed. Our experts employ several cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney checks are the only way to know when the chimney requires repairs.

Several of the common chimney cleaning practices we provide include:

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

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

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

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Our contractors give you a free estimate, no-obligation quote & the chimney estimate to use as the owner wishes.