Nearby Port Washington North Stone Chimney Evaluations

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted assets of a house. A Home’s chimney tends to not receive the attention or the concern usually given other troublesome household systems. Chimneys perform several important functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction and performance requirements. Regular chimney maintenance is critical to prevent leaks, deterioration and future preventible, high-cost chimney fixes.

Faultily lined chimneys could cause a number of costly structural & cosmetic worries for the property owner & also create potentially serious safety hazards.

Expressway repairs damage to all parts of your fireplace or chimney. Whether an owner requires a chimney repointing, chimney repairs to missing or loose bricks, repair of a leaking chimney crown, broken flue liner or other chimney issue.

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

Chimney caps, also called rain covers, are probably the most inexpensive preventive measure that a homeowner might employ to prevent water penetration and harm to the chimney.

Defective mortar joints or the use of imperfect mortar or brick might greatly increase the tendency to absorb & guide water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our pros will advise a resident in your own unique situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair consultation call or text Expressway 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 budget-busting leaks. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call our trusted team for an estimate now! Every chimney mason knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Chimney caps come in all different varieties, shapes, sizes & materials.

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

Our chimney contractors may recommend the best solution for your chimney.

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.

Sometimes it’s hard to see how persistent animals & birds might be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all could suffer rust and deterioration. Chimney liner tiles and mortar will crumble & crack, leading to critical problems. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests & leaves from entering. Still, regular chimney cleaning and maintenance are always recommended.

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

Water starts more issues than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and weathers the mortar. It’s a common problem: raccoons, squirrels, birds and bats try to make their house in your chimney.

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

Your fireplace may 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.

Port Washington North Chimney Caps & Top Dampers

The method recommended for your chimney will depend on the type of deposits. The Thermocrete process coats the inside of the chimney with a durable ceramic sealant. 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 chimney liner is air- & 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. Liners also protect masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion.

Flue gases are acidic and eat away at mortar joints from the inside. Liners also provide a properly-sized flue for efficient appliance performance.

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, & burning habits of the property owner.

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch may be removed. Our technicians employ a variety of cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of repairs.

Several of the common chimney cleaning methods 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 property. 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 can 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 appropriate for the class of the chimney project.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two trips — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney pros will usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your property stays clean and undisturbed. We pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch project with minimal interruption to you.

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Expressway Chimney offer free inspection, no-obligation quote & the chimney estimate to use as you wishes.