Professional, Local, Hampton Bays Chimney Team

The chimney is one of the most overlooked structures of a home. The fact that chimneys could do their job properly, even when slighted, contributes to this theory that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most property managers assume them to be. Regular chimney maintenance is critical to prevent harm, deterioration and future preventible, high-cost chimney corrections.

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

Masonry elements deteriorate quickly when exposed to the extreme freeze/thaw processes of Hampton Bays, in which moisture that has penetrated the components periodically freezes & expands causing undue stress.

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

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

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

We may advise an owner in your own distinct situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair assessment 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 inordinate damage. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call Hampton Bays’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney pro 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 residence.

Some caps might 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 & 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.

It is hard to imagine how destructive animals & birds often 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 can crumble and crack, leading to critical damage. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard could slow wear-and-tear on your chimney & lining, saving you from costly repairs.

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

Water causes more damage 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 & even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease & causing havoc. Our strong mesh & lids can keep even the most determined animals out!

Your fireplace can send sparks onto the roof or nearby flammable materials. Stray sparks can be stopped by the mesh cover that is a part of all our chimney caps.

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The method recommended for your chimney will depend on the type of deposits. A flue lining in a masonry chimney is defined as “a clay, ceramic, or metal liner.” A lining cleaning is cost-effective & 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 liner locks in moisture and gases, keeping them out of your house.

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.

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.

If flue gases penetrate brick & mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. As mortar joints wear away, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles & gases like carbon monoxide can leak into the home.

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

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch can be removed. Our pros employ a variety of cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney needs maintenance.

Several of the common chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

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

A thorough chimney sweep can remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases may be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved material that might resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures appropriate for the class of the chimney job.

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

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We provide you with a free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney inspection to use as the owner wishes.