Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most undervalued things of a home. Every chimney tends to not receive the care or the concern usually afforded other hazardous household systems. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather could be a potential safety hazard. Problematic or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys may become soft, cracked or otherwise damaged – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control and contain the life-threatening by-products of combustion.

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

Expressway repairs issues to all parts of your fireplace or chimney. Whether a property manager wants a chimney repointing, chimney repairs to missing or loose bricks, repair of a leaking chimney crown, broken flue liner or other chimney defect.

A stone chimney acts & resembles like a brick chimney & it often will also be protected from the effects of water penetration.

Numerous of masonry elements are porous & tend to absorb large amounts of water.

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

Our specialists only send fully-trained chimney cleaning certified technicians to your property that could live up to the guidelines of the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) & 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 quote call or text us at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that will prevent some of the most expensive trouble. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call Town Of Huntington’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney craftsmen 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.

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

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

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

These blockages can cause fire hazards & smoke back drafting into the structure.

Rain is moisture and moisture is an enemy of a healthy fireplace & flue. Chimney liner tiles and mortar could crumble and crack, leading to serious problems. The chimney cap cover deflects rain & the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. Still, annual chimney cleaning & maintenance are always recommended.

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

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

Chimneys can block proper ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease & causing havoc. Our strong mesh & 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 part of all our chimney caps.

LI Chimney Contractors for Chimney Lining Replacements

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.” A lining cleaning is cost-effective and ideal for fireplaces & chimneys serving gas, oil, wood, or coal appliances.

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- and 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. Liners also protect masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion.

If flue gases penetrate brick and mortar, the chimney’s lifespan is drastically reduced. Liners also provide a properly-sized flue for efficient appliance performance.

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

The required cleaning frequency might depend on use, type of installation, fuel, and burning habits of the customer.

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 technicians employ multiple cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney needs maintenance.

Several of the typical chimney cleaning techniques 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 home. 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 clean the flue by standard or mechanical methods, chemicals may be used to loosen and dissolve heavy deposits.

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

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

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Expressway Chimney offer free consultation, no-obligation quote and the chimney report to use as you wishes.