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A New Chimney Lining System May Be The Answer
"Gives new life to unlined
or damaged chimneys that would otherwise have to be completely
rebuilt from ground up."
Chimney relining is often the most practical and
affordable way to repair a deteriorated or damaged chimney.
Chimneys can be damaged by a number of things such as
settling, hurricanes and lightning but the most common form
of chimney damage is a chimney fire.
In addition to chimney damage, older chimneys may
be unlined or their liners may be deteriorated to the point
where relining is warranted.
Reasons to Reline:
- To repair damage to the chimney, which may have been
caused by a chimney fire, lightning strike, or settling,
etc.
- To upgrade old chimneys which were constructed
without chimney liners.
- To replace worn, deteriorated liners, which may be
allowing smoke, creosote or condensation to seep through
the chimney walls.
- To properly size the chimney for a new appliance;
such as converting from oil to gas heat.
- To prevent excessive creosote buildup (and risk of a
chimney fire) when venting a woodstove through an
existing fireplace.
Types of Liners
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Stainless
Steel - This method of relining involves
installing a round or oval stainless steel liner in the
chimney. The liner can be either rigid or flexible;
flexible liners are used for chimneys with offsets.
Stainless steel liners are used for fireplaces,
woodstoves, gas and oil furnace installations. Home Care
Chimney offers UL Listed stainless steel lining systems
that come with a manufacturer�s Lifetime Warranty.
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HeatShield�
Cerfractory Flue Sealant Restores the Integrity of Your
Chimney - HeatShield� is a specially formulated
�Cerfractory�� sealant material that restores the
integrity of your chimney�s flue to vent hazardous flue
gases from your home. It eliminates the dangers in your
chimney caused by gaps, cracks and spalling for years to
come. By using either the Joint Repair System or
Resurfacing System, depending on the defects found, your
chimney will be restored to its original peak level of
safety and efficiency.
View the HeatShield� manufacturer�s website.
- Aluminum - This method is similar
to stainless steel, but the liner is made of aluminum.
Aluminum liners can only be used to vent certain types
of gas appliances. Note: Gas logs intended for
installation in wood burning fireplaces may not be
vented with aluminum liners.
- Flue Tiles - Used mainly in new
construction, this method of relining may be suitable
for short, straight chimneys.
If you have any doubts about your chimney give us a call.
If your chimney is in need of relining, we will recommend
the most practical and economical method for your chimney.
Our technicians have the experience to recommend and install
the right liner for your home.
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