Chimney Caps & Damper Contractors For All LI

The chimney is one of the most underestimated parts of a dwelling. Any chimney tends to not receive the attention or the concern usually given other worrisome household systems. Chimneys are far from the quiet, passive black holes that are ‘just there’ that most occupants assume them to be. Compromised or deteriorated flue liners of masonry chimneys will become soft, cracked or otherwise non-functioning – such that it/they no longer have the ability to control and contain the life-threatening by-products of combustion.

Improperly lined chimneys will cause a number of hefty structural and cosmetic flaws for the homeowner & also create potentially essential safety hazards.

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

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

Chimney caps, also called rain covers, are probably the most inexpensive preventive measure that a customer will employ to prevent water penetration and issues to the chimney.

Defective mortar joints or the use of shoddy mortar or brick likely greatly increase the tendency to absorb and carry water to the interior of the masonry chimney.

Our specialists only send fully-trained chimney cleaning highly-skilled pros to your structure that can 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 estimate 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 may prevent some of the most costly damage. If you don’t have a chimney cap on your chimney, stop reading and call our chimney pros for an estimate now! Every chimney technician knows that a safe chimney cap is a must.

Chimney caps come in all different varieties, shapes, sizes & materials.

Some caps may actually help facilitate the updraft function of the chimney as well by virtue of their special design.

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

These blockages could cause fire hazards & smoke back drafting into the house.

Metal fireboxes, liners and dampers all may suffer rust and deterioration. Chimney liner tiles and mortar will crumble & crack, leading to critical problems. The chimney cap cover deflects rain and the side mesh prevents pests and leaves from entering. A properly fitted chimney cap or guard can slow wear-and-tear on your chimney and lining, saving you from costly expenses.

Our chimney repair & installation experts are knowledgeable about a wide variety of chimney caps, guards & dampers.

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

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

Nearby Chimney Companies for Williston Park

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.” Thermocrete has UL Listing & is approved for gas and oil.

It conforms to any chimney size & 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.

This alloy resists acids from gas appliances and extreme temperature cycles.

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. As mortar joints wear away, heat transfers more quickly to combustibles & gases like carbon monoxide can leak into the house.

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

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

Chimneys should be cleaned when soot & creosote accumulations approach or exceed 1/4 inch. Glaze build-up more than 1/8 inch may be removed. Our pros employ a variety of cleaning techniques to remove chimney deposits. Frequent (at least annual) chimney checks are the only way to know when the chimney is in need of attention.

Several of the typical chimney cleaning techniques we provide include:

Standard Sweep. This is the standard cleaning method and uses brushes to clean the flue. A powerful, well-filtered vacuum prevents soot and creosote from entering the property. 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 may remove soot, creosote & blockages from the flue liner, smoke chamber and shelf, firebox and damper. Heat, moisture, creosote & gases will 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 correct for the class of the chimney service.

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

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Expressway Chimney provide you with a free estimate, no-obligation quote and the chimney report to use as your family wishes.