Nearby Roslyn Heights Prefab Chimney Inspections

The chimney is one of the most overlooked components of a structure. Your chimney tends to not receive the consideration or the concern usually given other troublesome household systems. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most occupants assume them to be. Troublesome or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys could become soft, cracked or otherwise damaged – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control and contain the serious by-products of combustion.

Faultily lined chimneys could cause a number of upscale structural & cosmetic complications for the property owner & also create potentially important safety hazards.

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

While most stone is not affected by water penetration, large amounts of mortar are required to bond the stone exactly.

A plethora of masonry materials are porous and may absorb large amounts of water.

Defective mortar joints or the use of substandard mortar or brick might greatly increase the tendency to absorb and convey water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our technicians only send fully-trained chimney cleaning specialists to your residence that might 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 inspection call or text our team 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 immoderate trouble. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading right now and call our trusted team for an estimate now! Every chimney mason knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Many chimney caps today are built from aluminum, galvanized steel or decorative metals.

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

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

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

It’s hard to think how destructive animals and birds could be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

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

Our chimney repair and installation technicians are knowledgeable about a wide variety of chimney caps, guards and dampers.

Water causes more damage than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and weathers the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues will protect you from costly repairs.

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

Your fireplace may send sparks onto the roof or nearby flammable materials. Stray sparks may be stopped by the mesh cover that is a component of all our chimney caps.

Local Chimney Repair & Replacement Contractors

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 & 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 and 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.

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

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

Our objective is to provide recommendations that could 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 more than 1/8 inch may be removed. We employ several cleaning systems 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 techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the normal 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 may remove soot, creosote and blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox & damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and gases will 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 correct for the class of the chimney project.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two visits — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney masons will usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your home stays clean and undisturbed. Our technicians pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch service with minimal interruption to a homeowner.

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