Westhampton Beach, LI’s Top Factory-Built Chimney Expert

The chimney is one of the most underestimated assets of a residence. The fact that chimneys will do their job properly, even when damaged, contributes to this thought that ‘it’s probably fine’. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most property managers assume them to be. Regular chimney maintenance is key to prevent damage, deterioration and future serious, high-cost chimney restorations.

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

Masonry materials deteriorate quickly when exposed to the extreme freeze/thaw processes of Westhampton Beach, in which moisture that has penetrated the components periodically freezes & expands causing undue stress.

While most stone is not affected by water penetration, large amounts of mortar are required to bond the stone correctly.

A plethora of masonry products are porous & tend to absorb large amounts of water.

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

Our technicians might advise a client in your own subjective situation what is best for you.

For a metal, brick or fabricated chimney repair consultation 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 might prevent some of the most pricey headaches. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading & call Westhampton Beach’s local roofing experts for an estimate now! Every chimney technician 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 vents 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.

This is the perfect upgrade for fireplace chimneys in older houses that seldom have a damper.

Even just falling leaves sometimes build up without the latest chimney cap in place.

Metal fireboxes, liners & dampers all may suffer rust & deterioration. Chimney liner tiles & mortar will crumble and 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 & lining, saving you from costly repairs.

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

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

Chimneys can block proper ventilation and even allow pests to enter your house, potentially spreading disease and 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 products. Stray sparks may be stopped by the mesh cover that is a component of all our chimney caps.

Westhampton Beach Chimney Caps & Top Dampers

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.” Thermocrete has UL Listing and is approved for gas & 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 liner locks in moisture & gases, keeping them out of your home.

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. NBS tests showed that unlined chimneys let heat move so quickly that adjacent woodwork caught fire within 3½ hours.

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

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

Our goal is to provide recommendations that could improve the safety and 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 over 1/8 inch should be removed. Our pros employ various cleaning methods to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney estimates are the only way to know when the chimney requires attention.

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

Chemical Cleaning: This calls for two trips — sometimes 3 if necessary. Our chimney technicians can usually complete the job in a couple of hours and ensure your house stays clean and undisturbed. We pride ourselves on “no mess,” top-notch job with minimal interruption to you.

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We give you a free consultation, no-obligation quote & the chimney inspection to use as a homeowner wishes.