Riverside, LI’s Top Stone Chimney Firm

The chimney is one of the most taken-for-granted structures of a property. Any chimney tends to not receive the focus or the concern usually given other hazardous household systems. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most residents assume them to be. Regular chimney maintenance is crucial to prevent complications, deterioration and future troublesome, high-cost chimney corrections.

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

Hundreds of masonry chimney products (except for real 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 effectively.

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

Defective mortar joints or the use of inferior mortar or brick can greatly increase the tendency to absorb & carry water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our masons only send fully-trained chimney cleaning experts to your structure that will live up to the guidelines of the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) and the NCSG (National Chimney Sweeps Guild), the two regulatory organizations for the chimney industry in the United States.

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 will prevent some of the most hefty problems. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call Expressway Roofing & Chimney for an estimate now! Every chimney sweep knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Most chimney caps are made from copper or stainless steel

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

Our chimney specialists might 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 and animals.

It’s hard to believe how resourceful animals and birds can be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

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

Our experts 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 damage 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 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 can send sparks onto the roof or nearby flammable materials. Stray sparks may be stopped by the mesh cover that is a part of all our chimney caps.

Riverside 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 & 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 & 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 erode, 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.

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up over 1/8 inch should be removed. Our pros employ various cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney checks are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of attention.

Several of the usual chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method & 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 could remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote & gases might 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 job.

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

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Our contractors give you a free consultation, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as the owner wishes.