Experienced Local, Greenlawn Chimney Contractors

The chimney is one of the most overlooked parts of a property. Your chimney tends to not receive the consideration or the concern usually afforded other alarming household systems. Chimneys perform several necessary functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions and compromised masonry products all present a danger to structures.

Each year there are thousands of cases of carbon monoxide poisonings due to defectively lined chimneys.

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

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

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety & trouble-prevention part.

Defective mortar joints or the use of substandard mortar or brick likely greatly increase the tendency to absorb and steer water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

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

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair quote call or text Expressway 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 steep leaks. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney pro knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Most chimney caps are made from copper or stainless steel

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

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

This damper attaches to the top of the chimney’s flue tile liner, providing a tight, gasketed fit that seals in heat and seals out weather, insects, birds & animals.

It’s hard to see how destructive animals and birds might 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 and crack, leading to serious problems. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard may slow wear-and-tear on your chimney & lining, saving you from costly expenses.

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

Water starts more problems than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and wears away the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues will protect you from expensive repairs.

Chimneys can block correct ventilation and even allow pests to enter your home, potentially spreading disease & causing havoc. Our strong mesh and 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 may 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 & ideal for fireplaces and 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 liner locks in moisture and gases, keeping them out of your house.

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

The liner protects your house from heat transfer to nearby combustibles. 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.

The chimney not only vents combustion products but also supplies draft for combustion air. An incorrectly-sized liner can cause creosote buildup in wood stoves & increase carbon monoxide risks.

Our goal is to provide recommendations that will 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 in excess of 1/8 inch should be removed. Our technicians employ several cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney inspections are the only way to know when the chimney needs repairs.

 

Several of the typical chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the normal 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 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 is 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 and blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases can be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved product that may resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures correct for the class of the chimney job.

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

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Greenlawn’s chimney experts give you a free estimate, no-obligation quote & the chimney report to use as you wishes.