Meacham, LI’s Top Factory-Built Chimney Company

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted elements of a dwelling. The fact that chimneys will do their job perfectly, even when disregarded, contributes to this notion that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most homeowners assume them to be. Leaky or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys often become soft, cracked or otherwise faulty – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control and contain the dangerous by-products of combustion.

The difficulty is that hundreds of masonry chimneys were not designed to handle the venting requirements of modern high-efficiency heating appliances burning natural gas & oil.

Expressway repairs complications to all parts of your fireplace or chimney. Whether a homeowner wants a chimney repointing, chimney repairs to missing or loose bricks, repair of a leaking chimney crown, broken flue liner or other chimney problem.

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

Many of masonry materials are porous & could absorb large amounts of water.

Common brick is like a sponge, absorbing water and 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 sometimes ignite nearby combustibles like your roofing shingles, siding or nearby trees.

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 often prevent some of the most inordinate nightmares. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney contractor knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Most chimney caps are made from copper or stainless steel

In especially windy areas chimneys also might prevent downdrafts by blocking crosswinds from entering the chimney.

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 and seals out weather, insects, birds and animals.

Even just falling leaves might build up without a proper chimney cap in place.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all can suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar can crumble and crack, leading to serious leaks. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and 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 chimney repair & installation technicians are knowledgeable about many types of chimney caps, guards and dampers.

Water starts more problems than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and weathers 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 and causing havoc. Our strong mesh and lids can 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 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.” Thermocrete has UL Listing and is approved for gas & oil.

It conforms to any chimney size and 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 house is safer.

Chimney liners serve three main functions. 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. 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. Our main role is to remove flue deposits and evaluate the overall chimney system.

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up more than 1/8 inch can be removed. Our experts employ several cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney consultations are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of attention.

Several of the typical chimney cleaning practices we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method and uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot and creosote from entering the residence. 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 can remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases will 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 appropriate for the class of the chimney project.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two visits — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney sweeps can usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your residence stays clean and undisturbed. Our experts pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to the owner.

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We give you a free estimate, no-obligation quote & the chimney report to use as you wishes.