Pro, Local, Great River Chimney Team

The chimney is one of the most undervalued parts of a residence. Any chimney tends to not receive the attention or the concern usually directed other damaged household systems. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather will be a potential safety hazard. Weakened or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys will become soft, cracked or otherwise non-functioning – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control & contain the scary by-products of combustion.

Unprofessionally lined chimneys often cause a number of immoderate structural & cosmetic issues for the customer and also create potentially grave safety hazards.

Masonry elements deteriorate quickly when exposed to the extreme freeze/thaw processes of Great River, in which moisture that has penetrated the materials periodically freezes and expands causing undue stress.

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

Hundreds of masonry components are porous and can absorb large amounts of water.

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

Caps & dampers keep out the weather, all animals & most debris – all while keeping sparks from leaving the chimney which might ignite nearby combustibles like your roofing shingles, siding or nearby trees.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair inspection call or text our team at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that could prevent some of the most steep nightmares. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call Expressway Roofing & Chimney for an estimate now! Every chimney technician knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

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

Some caps sometimes actually help facilitate the updraft function of the chimney as well by virtue of their special design.

With precision engineering this damper is easy to open and close, sealing tight when not in use.

It is the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that rarely have a damper.

Sometimes it’s hard to realize how resourceful animals & birds may be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Rain is moisture & moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace and flue. Chimney liner tiles & mortar will crumble and crack, leading to critical issues. 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 chimney repair & installation pros are knowledgeable about a wide variety of chimney caps, guards & dampers.

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

Chimneys may block correct ventilation and even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease and 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 products. 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. Thermocrete has UL Listing & is approved for gas and oil.

It conforms to any chimney size & 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.

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. As mortar joints erode, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and gases like carbon monoxide may leak into the home.

Modern stoves and furnaces need a correctly-sized flue to operate efficiently. Our main role is to remove flue deposits and evaluate the overall chimney system.

Our mission is to provide recommendations that could improve the safety and efficiency of your appliance and venting system.

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 several cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney checks are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of attention.

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 home. 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 sweep 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 and gases could be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved material that can resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures necessary for the class of the chimney service.

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

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Expressway Chimney offer free inspection, no-obligation quote & the chimney estimate to use as your family wishes.