Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most under appreciated elements of a residence. The fact that chimneys can do their job fittingly, even when forgetten about, contributes to this perception that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys perform several vital functions & their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & compromised masonry products all present a risk to buildings.

Haphazardly lined chimneys might cause a number of expensive structural & cosmetic worries for the client and also create potentially pivotal safety hazards.

A lot of masonry chimney materials (except for true 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 precisely.

Lots of masonry elements are porous & tend to absorb large amounts of water.

Installing chimney caps and dampers will protect your chimney & maintain a safe chimney damper.

We will advise you in your own unique situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair estimate 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 immoderate setbacks. 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 contractor 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 property.

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

Our chimney specialists will recommend the best solution for your chimney.

It’s the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that infrequently have a damper.

It is hard to imagine how destructive animals & birds often be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all may suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar may crumble & crack, leading to serious issues. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard will slow wear-and-tear on your chimney and lining, saving you from costly expenses.

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

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

Chimneys can 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 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.

Glen Head Chimney Caps & Top Dampers

The method recommended for your chimney may 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 & is approved for gas & oil.

It conforms to any chimney size and shape, becoming a corrosion-proof, flame- and heat-resistant, airtight system with steel-like rigidity. 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.

Flue gases are acidic and eat away at mortar joints from the inside. As mortar joints wear away, 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 incorrectly-sized liner may cause creosote buildup in wood stoves & increase carbon monoxide risks.

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up in excess of 1/8 inch should be removed. We employ multiple cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney needs repairs.

Several of the typical 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 & creosote from entering the property. 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 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 and shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and 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 visits — sometimes three if necessary. Our chimney pros may 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 give you a free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney report to use as you wishes.