Holtsville, LI’s Top Stone Chimney Contractor

The chimney is one of the most undervalued components of a building. Any chimney tends to not receive the thought or the concern usually accorded other alarming household systems. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most residents assume them to be. Regular chimney maintenance is critical to prevent issues, deterioration and future widespread, high-cost chimney restorations.

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

Many of masonry chimney elements (except for authentic 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 securely.

Quite a bit of masonry products are porous & can absorb large amounts of water.

Defective mortar joints or the use of shoddy mortar or brick may greatly increase the tendency to absorb and deliver water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our technicians can advise you in your own personal situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair evaluation call or text us at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that sometimes prevent some of the most pricey 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 pro knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

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

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

Chimney dampers can help prevent water penetrations, heat loss & keep you warm and saving you money.

When closed, the damper serves as a chimney cap & with a slight pull of the chain it releases the spring-loaded top into the open position when you’re ready to enjoy a nice fire.

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

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

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

Chimneys may block proper ventilation and even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease and 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 component of all our chimney caps.

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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.” A lining cleaning is cost-effective and ideal for fireplaces & chimneys serving gas, oil, wood, or coal appliances.

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.

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.

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 can leak into the home.

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

The required cleaning frequency will depend on use, type of installation, fuel, & burning habits of the property owner.

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 experts employ various cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney inspections are the only way to know when the chimney requires repairs.

Several of the usual 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 & 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 clean 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 & shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote & gases could be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved material that will resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures proper for the class of the chimney job.

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

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Holtsville’s chimney experts offer free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney inspection to use as a homeowner wishes.