Professional, Local, Mecox Chimney Company

The chimney is one of the most overlooked elements of a house. Every chimney tends to not receive the care or the concern usually afforded other obstructed household systems. Chimneys perform several indispensable functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Leaky or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys can become soft, cracked or otherwise non-functioning – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control & contain the hazardous by-products of combustion.

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

Many of masonry chimney products (except for genuine stone) suffer accelerated deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water.

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

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety and damage-prevention solution.

Defective mortar joints or the use of unsound mortar or brick will greatly increase the tendency to absorb and carry water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our specialists can advise a resident in your own personal situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair estimate call or text Expressway’s chimney experts 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 upscale complications. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call Mecox’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney craftsmen knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Many chimney caps today are built from aluminum, galvanized steel or decorative metals.

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

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 & animals.

It’s hard to see how destructive animals & birds may be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Rain is moisture and moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace & flue. Chimney liner tiles and mortar could crumble and crack, leading to serious leaks. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. Still, proper chimney cleaning and maintenance are always recommended.

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

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

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

Your fireplace may send sparks onto the roof or nearby flammable materials. Stray sparks may 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 will 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 and oil.

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 & gases, keeping them out of your house.

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

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 and mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. As mortar joints wear away, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and 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 & 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 may be removed. We employ multiple cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney inspections are the only way to know when the chimney needs maintenance.

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

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

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Expressway Chimney offer free consultation, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as a homeowner wishes.