Great Local, South Fork Chimney Technicians

The chimney is one of the most overlooked features of a dwelling. Every chimney tends to not receive the focus or the concern usually given other damaged household systems. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather ultimately be a potential safety hazard. Harmful 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 toxic by-products of combustion.

The difficulty is that numerous of masonry chimneys were not designed to handle the venting requirements of modern high-efficiency heating appliances burning natural gas & oil.

Quite a bit of masonry chimney elements (except for natural stone) suffer accelerated deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water.

Water in the chimney also leads to rust in steel & cast iron, weakening or destroying the metal parts.

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety and issue-prevention component.

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

Caps and dampers keep out the weather, all animals & most debris – all while keeping sparks from leaving the chimney which could ignite nearby combustibles like your roofing shingles, siding or nearby trees.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair inspection call or text Expressway’s chimney experts 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 nightmares. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call our chimney pros 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 could 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.

When closed, the damper serves as a chimney cap and with a slight pull of the chain it releases the spring-loaded top into the open position when you’re ready to enjoy a nice fire.

These blockages could cause fire hazards & smoke back drafting into the building.

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

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

Water starts more damage than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks & erodes the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues can protect you from costly repairs.

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

Your fireplace may send sparks onto the roof or nearby flammable products. 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 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 & is approved for gas and oil.

It conforms to any chimney size and shape, becoming a corrosion-proof, flame- and heat-resistant, airtight system with steel-like rigidity. 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 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 wear away, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles & gases like carbon monoxide can leak into the home.

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

Our mission is to provide recommendations that can improve the safety and efficiency of your appliance & venting system.

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 experts employ several 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 repairs.

 

Several of the usual chimney cleaning methods 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 home. 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 should remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox & damper. Heat, moisture, creosote & gases will 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 requires two visits — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney sweeps will usually complete the job in a couple of hours and ensure your home stays clean and undisturbed. Our technicians pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch project with minimal interruption to the owner.

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Expressway Chimney give you a free consultation, no-obligation quote & the chimney inspection to use as the owner wishes.