Pro Local, Inwood Chimney Services

The chimney is one of the most undervalued parts of a residence. A Home’s chimney tends to not receive the thought or the concern usually given other obstructed 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 key to prevent leaks, deterioration & future hazardous, high-cost chimney corrections.

Improperly lined chimneys often cause a number of inordinate structural and cosmetic problems for the property owner & also create potentially pivotal safety hazards.

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

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

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety & deterioration-prevention component.

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

Caps and dampers keep out the weather, all animals and most debris – all while keeping sparks from leaving the chimney which may 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 might prevent some of the most immoderate trouble. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call Expressway Roofing & Chimney for an estimate now! Every chimney craftsmen knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

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

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

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

When closed, the damper serves as a chimney cap and 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’s hard to see how industrious animals and birds often be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

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

Our chimney repair & installation technicians are knowledgeable about all kinds of chimney caps, guards and dampers.

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

Chimneys can block correct ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease & causing havoc. Our strong mesh and lids will keep even the most determined animals out!

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

LI Chimney Contractors for Chimney Lining Replacements

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.

A composite chimney lining system is inflated into the flue, then hardened with steam pressure, forming a tough liner. A stainless steel chimney liner is air- and water-tight.

This alloy resists acids from gas appliances and 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. As mortar joints erode, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles & gases like carbon monoxide may leak into the house.

The chimney not only vents combustion products but also supplies draft for combustion air. Our main role is to remove flue deposits & evaluate the overall chimney system.

Our goal is to provide recommendations that can improve the safety and efficiency of your appliance & venting system.

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

 

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 & 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 and dissolve heavy deposits.

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

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

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We provide you with a free estimate, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as your family wishes.