Nearby Pattersquash Island Masonry Chimney Repairs

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted structures of a dwelling. Your chimney tends to not receive the consideration or the concern usually given other worrisome household systems. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most property managers assume them to be. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & freed up masonry products all present a risk to buildings.

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

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

A stone chimney acts & is like a brick chimney & it often will also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

A lot of masonry elements are porous & could absorb large amounts of water.

Defective mortar joints or the use of shoddy mortar or brick will greatly increase the tendency to absorb & move water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our crew may advise an owner in your own individual situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair quote call or text us 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 complications. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call Pattersquash Island’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney sweep knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Chimney caps come in all different varieties, shapes, sizes and products.

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

With precision engineering this damper is easy to open and close, sealing tight when not in use.

It is the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that hardly ever have a damper.

Even just falling leaves could build up without the most apt chimney cap in place.

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

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

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

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 materials. Stray sparks can be stopped by the mesh cover that is a part 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.

It conforms to any chimney size & shape, becoming a corrosion-proof, flame- and heat-resistant, airtight system with steel-like rigidity. A stainless steel chimney liner is air- & 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.

If flue gases penetrate brick & mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. As mortar joints wear away, 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. An improperly-sized liner can cause creosote buildup in wood stoves & increase carbon monoxide risks.

The required cleaning frequency might depend on use, type of installation, fuel, and burning habits of the customer.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up in excess of 1/8 inch can be removed. Our technicians employ multiple 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 common 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 residence. 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 will remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases might 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 necessary for the class of the chimney service.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two trips — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney sweeps 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 job with minimal interruption to you.

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Our contractors offer free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney report to use as you wishes.