Town Of Northport, LI’s Top Freestanding Chimney Service

The chimney is one of the most underestimated things of a property. The fact that chimneys can do their job fittingly, even when forgetten about, contributes to this notion that ‘it’s probably fine’. A chimney deteriorated by constant exposure to the weather may be a potential safety hazard. Harmful or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys often become soft, cracked or otherwise broken – 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 imperfectly lined chimneys.

Many of masonry chimney products (except for authentic 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 exactly.

Hundreds of masonry materials are porous and may absorb large amounts of water.

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

Our specialists only send fully-trained chimney cleaning experts to your building that might live up to the guidelines of the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) and 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 our team at 631.388.7555.

One of the least expensive parts of the chimney venting system is the one that often prevent some of the most inordinate leaks. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call us 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 & to stop pests from building nests in your chimney or using the chimney for a doorway into your property.

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

Our chimney sweeps are able to recommend the best solution for your chimney.

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 and animals.

It’s hard to believe how resourceful animals and birds could be over the summer crafting a wonderfully cozy nest right inside your chimney.

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

Our technicians can come out & recommend the best option for you and provide a written estimate to install a new chimney cap, damper, or guard.

Water causes more leaks than any other element. It soaks into porous bricks & weathers the mortar. A chimney cap that covers all flues can protect you from expensive repairs.

Chimneys may block proper ventilation & even allow pests to enter your house, 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 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 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- 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 house is safer.

The liner protects your house from heat transfer to nearby combustibles. Liners also protect masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion.

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 can leak into the house.

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

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

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 experts employ various cleaning systems to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney requires repairs.

Several of the usual chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard 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 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 can remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote and 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 proper for the class of the chimney service.

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two visits — sometimes three if necessary. Our chimney experts will usually complete the job in a couple of hours and ensure your property 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 consultation, no-obligation quote & the chimney report to use as your family wishes.