Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most overlooked assets of a house. The fact that chimneys could do their job fittingly, even when passed over, contributes to this assumption that ‘it’s probably fine’. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather ultimately be a potential safety hazard. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions and compromised masonry products all present a danger to properties.

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

Many of masonry chimney elements (except for true 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 rightly.

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

Installing chimney caps and dampers could protect your chimney & 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 might ignite nearby combustibles like your roofing shingles, siding or nearby trees.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair quote call or text our team 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 hefty complications. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney pro 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 dwelling.

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

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

This damper attaches to the top of the chimney’s flue tile liner, providing a tight, gasketed fit that seals in heat and seals out weather, insects, birds & animals.

It is hard to imagine how persistent animals & birds might be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

Rain is moisture & moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace and flue. Chimney liner tiles & mortar may crumble & crack, leading to serious damage. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard can slow wear-and-tear on your chimney & lining, saving you from costly expenses.

Our chimney repair & installation pros are knowledgeable about all kinds of chimney caps, guards and dampers.

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

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

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

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The method recommended for your chimney may 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 & 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 liner locks in moisture & gases, keeping them out of your home.

Stainless steel liners are UL tested under extreme conditions, including simulated chimney fires over 2100°F, so you’ll sleep soundly knowing your home is safer.

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. As mortar joints erode, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles and gases like carbon monoxide may leak into the home.

The chimney not only vents combustion products but also supplies draft for combustion air. An incorrectly-sized liner can cause creosote buildup in wood stoves & increase carbon monoxide risks.

Our objective is to provide recommendations that can 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 over 1/8 inch should be removed. Our experts employ several 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 attention.

Several of the usual chimney cleaning methods we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the normal cleaning method & uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot and creosote from entering the house. 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’s impossible to sweep the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen & dissolve heavy deposits.

A thorough chimney sweep can remove soot, creosote and blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber & shelf, firebox & damper. Heat, moisture, creosote & gases may be removed, repaired, or relined with a UL-listed liner system or other approved product that can resist corrosion, softening, or cracking from flue gases at temperatures necessary for the class of the chimney service.

Chemical Cleaning: This needs two visits — sometimes three if necessary. Our chimney experts can usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your house stays clean and undisturbed. Our pros pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch service with minimal interruption to the owner.

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We offer free estimate, no-obligation quote and the chimney report to use as your family wishes.