Nearby South Fork Prefab Chimney Estimates

The chimney is one of the most under appreciated components of a house. The chimney tends to not receive the redress or the concern usually accorded other alarming household systems. Chimneys perform several critical functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Weather-damaged lining systems, flue obstructions & displaced masonry materials all present a complication to residents.

Each year there are thousands of cases of carbon monoxide poisonings due to incorrectly lined chimneys. Many of masonry chimney materials (except for real stone) suffer accelerated deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water. A stone chimney acts and is like a brick chimney & it can also be protected from the effects of water penetration. Chimney caps, also called rain covers, are probably the most inexpensive preventive measure that a client may employ to prevent water penetration & complications to the chimney. Defective mortar joints or the use of imperfect mortar or brick might greatly increase the tendency to absorb & carry water to the interior of the masonry chimney. We could advise a homeowner in your own special situation what is best for you. For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair inspection call or text Expressway at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that can prevent some of the most inordinate issues. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call us 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. In especially windy areas chimneys also can prevent downdrafts by blocking crosswinds from entering the chimney. Our chimney masons may recommend the best solution for your chimney. When closed, the damper serves as a chimney cap & 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 structure.

Rain is moisture & moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace & flue. Chimney liner tiles and mortar might crumble & crack leading to pivotal damage. The chimney cap cover deflects the rain & the side mesh areas prevent pests and leaves from entering the chimney. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard could slow down wear-and-tear on your chimney & lining, potentially saving you from large repair fees.

Our chimney repair and installation pros are very knowledgeable about the many various types of chimney caps, guards and dampers. Water begins more harm than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and degrades at the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues could protect you from costly repairs. Chimneys may block proper ventilation & even enter your residence, potentially spreading disease & wreaking havoc. Our strong mesh & lids might keep even the most determined animals out! Your fireplace may spew sparks out into the environment, onto the roof or nearby flammable products. Stray sparks could be stopped cold by the meshing cover that is a part of all of our chimney caps.

Nearby South Fork Chimney Caps & Top Dampers

The method chosen or recommended for your chimney can depend on the type of deposits. A flue lining in a masonry chimney is defined as “a clay, ceramic or metal liner. Thermocrete has undergone rigorous UL Listing & it is an approved liner for gas and oil. It conforms to any shape, size & length of the chimney and become a non-destructive chimney lining system which is corrosion-proof, flame & heat resistant, airtight liner with a rigidity of a steel. A stainless steel chimney liner is air and water tight.

Stainless steel liners have been UL Tested under the most extreme conditions including multiple simulated chimney fires exceeding 2100F so you’ll sleep soundly at night knowing that your residence is safer for yourself and your family. The liner protects the house from heat transfer to combustibles. In the NBS tests, unlined chimneys allowed heat to move through the chimney so rapidly that the adjacent woodwork caught fire in only 3 1/2 hours. In the tests, it was determined that if the flue gases were allowed to penetrate to the brick & mortar, the result would be a reduction in the usable life of the chimney. As the mortar joints wear away, heat transfers more rapidly to the nearby combustibles and dangerous gases such as carbon monoxide may leak into the living areas of the property. Modern wood stoves & gas or oil furnaces require a properly-sized flue to perform exactly. An haphazardly-sized liner might lead to extra creosote buildup in wood burning stoves & the production of carbon monoxide with conventional fuels.

The required cleaning frequency could depend on amount of use, the type of installation, the type of fuel and the burning habits of the property owner. Chimneys should be cleaned when accumulations of soot & creosote approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Accumulations of glaze in excess of 1/8 inch could be removed. Our pros employ several cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney requires help.

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