Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most useful structures of a dwelling. The fact that chimneys may do their job effectively, even when damaged, contributes to this thought that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys perform several imperitive functions and their simple appearance misrepresents their complex construction & performance requirements. Compromised 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 scary by-products of combustion.

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

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

A stone chimney acts & looks like a brick chimney and it might also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

Chimney caps have long been recognized as an important chimney safety and harm-prevention part.

Installing chimney caps and dampers will protect your chimney and maintain a safe chimney damper.

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

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair estimate call or text our team at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that might prevent some of the most upscale complications. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney specialist knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

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

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

Chimney dampers can help prevent water penetrations, heat loss and keep you warm & saving you money.

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.

It is hard to think how resourceful animals & birds often be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

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

We will come out and recommend the best option for you and provide a written estimate to install a new chimney cap, damper, or guard.

Water starts more issues than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks and erodes the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues will protect you from expensive repairs.

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

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

The Town Of Southampton Chimney Caps & Top Dampers

The method recommended for your chimney may depend on the type of deposits. A flue lining in a masonry chimney is defined as “a clay, ceramic, or metal liner.” A lining cleaning is cost-effective & ideal for fireplaces and chimneys serving gas, oil, wood, or coal appliances.

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 house.

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.

The liner protects your house from heat transfer to nearby combustibles. 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 correctly-sized flue for efficient appliance performance.

Modern stoves and furnaces need a correctly-sized flue to operate efficiently. An improperly-sized liner can cause creosote buildup in wood stoves and increase carbon monoxide risks.

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot and creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up more than 1/8 inch can be removed. Our technicians employ several cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney inspections are the only way to know when the chimney needs maintenance.

Several of the usual chimney cleaning practices we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the normal cleaning method & uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot & creosote from entering the house. 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 & dissolve heavy deposits.

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

Chemical Cleaning: This requires two trips — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney experts will usually complete the job in a couple of hours & ensure your property stays clean and undisturbed. Our pros pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to a homeowner.

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We offer free inspection, no-obligation quote and the chimney estimate to use as the owner wishes.