Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted structures of a building. Every chimney tends to not receive the focus or the concern usually given other alarming household systems. Chimneys perform several pertinent functions & their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements. Regular chimney maintenance is foundational to prevent issues, deterioration & future dangerous, high-cost chimney fixes.

Improperly lined chimneys may cause a number of ritzy structural & cosmetic dilemmas for the resident and also create potentially serious safety hazards.

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

A stone chimney acts & appears like a brick chimney and it might also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety & damage-prevention part.

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

Our crew might advise the owner in your own personal 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 can prevent some of the most expensive harm. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call North Fork’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.

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

Our chimney craftsmen might recommend the best solution for your chimney.

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.

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

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

We will 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 issues than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks & weathers the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues can protect you from costly repairs.

Chimneys may block proper ventilation and even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease & 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 materials. Stray sparks can be stopped by the mesh cover that is a component 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.” Thermocrete has UL Listing and is approved for gas & 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.

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 may leak into the home.

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

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

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

Several of the usual chimney cleaning techniques 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 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 and dissolve heavy deposits.

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

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 home stays clean and undisturbed. Our experts pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch project with minimal interruption to a homeowner.

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We offer free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney inspection to use as a homeowner wishes.