Professional, Local, North Lynbrook Chimney Contractor

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted elements of a residence. The fact that chimneys can do their job well, even when neglected, contributes to this theory that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys perform several vital functions & their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & dislodged masonry products all present a complication to houses.

Each year there are thousands of cases of carbon monoxide poisonings due to faulty lined chimneys. Many of masonry chimney products (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 properly. Lots of masonry materials are porous & can absorb large amounts of water. Installing chimney caps & dampers can protect your chimney and maintain a safe chimney damper. 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 estimate call or text Expressway at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that may prevent some of the most inordinate trouble. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call North Lynbrook’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney mason knows that a safe chimney cap is a must. The job of the chimney cap is to stop rain from entering the flue and to stop pests from building nests in your chimney or using the chimney for a doorway into your home. Chimney caps also come with spark guards to prevent stray airborne particles that are still burning from exiting onto your roof. Chimney dampers may 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. Even just falling leaves could build up without the latest chimney cap in place.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all will suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar can crumble & crack leading to pivotal trouble. The chimney cap cover deflects the rain & the side mesh areas prevent pests and leaves from entering the chimney. A rightly fitted chimney cap or guard may slow down wear-and-tear on your chimney and lining, potentially saving you from large repair fees.

Our masons may be happy to come out and make a recommendation for you & provide a written estimate to install a new chimney cap, chimney damper or guard on your chimney. Water starts more damage than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks & weathers at the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues can protect you from costly repairs. Chimneys could block the right ventilation and even enter your structure, potentially spreading disease & wreaking havoc. Our strong mesh & lids may keep even the most determined animals out! Your fireplace can spew sparks out into the environment, onto the roof or nearby flammable products. Stray sparks could be stopped cold by the meshing cover that is a part of all of our chimney caps.

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The method chosen or recommended for your chimney might depend on the type of deposits. The Thermocrete process coats the inside of the chimney from top to bottom with a highly durable ceramic sealant. Thermocrete has undergone rigorous UL Listing & it’s an approved liner for gas and oil. Composite chimney lining system that gets inflated into the chimney flue and steam pressure is added to harden the resin, turning it into hard composite liner. A stainless steel chimney liner locks in moisture & flue gases in your chimney and keeps them out of your house.

This unique alloy is designed specifically to resist acids coming from gas appliances in the flue & extreme stresses of hot and cold cycles. The liner protects the house from heat transfer to combustibles. In the NBS tests, unlined chimneys allowed heat to move through the chimney so rapidly that the adjacent woodwork caught fire in only 3 1/2 hours. In the tests, it was determined that if the flue gases were allowed to penetrate to the brick and mortar, the result would be a reduction in the usable life of the chimney. Liners provide a correctly-sized flue for optimum efficiency of appliances. Modern wood stoves & gas or oil furnaces require a correctly-sized flue to perform correctly. Our principal task is to remove flue deposits & evaluate the complete condition of the chimney system.

The required cleaning frequency might depend on amount of use, the type of installation, the type of fuel & the burning habits of the consumer. Chimneys should be cleaned when accumulations of soot & creosote approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Accumulations of glaze more than 1/8 inch may be removed. Our masons employ numerous cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney checks are the only way to know when the chimney requires repairs.

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