Chimney Repair & Relining

Chimneys should be inspected every year for defects. Check for blockages: loose or fallen bricks, broken flue lining, animal nests, debris and soot accumulation. Chimney cleaning should be performed periodically. The National Fire Protection Code 211 requires an annual safety inspection of all chimney systems.

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Why Do I Need My Chimney Relined?

On occasion during a fireplace inspection a chimney sweep may discovery that one or more of the liners in the chimney are cracked or broken which renders the fireplace unusable until repaired. Relining the chimney is one relatively quick way to solve the problem. Relining is also a good solution for unlined chimneys (many early chimneys were built without liners). Unlined chimneys are more difficult to locate cracks, gaps, etc. and it is recommended that unlined chimneys be lined to make them safer.

How Does It Work?

A flexible metal tube specially designed for the proper fuel burning application, is inserted into the chimney and secured, effectively replacing the broken or cracked liners and ensuring safe burning in the system. This process takes approximately one to two days. There are several different types of relining processes and materials, all of which have their merits. After extensive research and evaluation, we have chosen to install the flexible metal 316Ti all fuel lining material because we feel it is the strongest, most reliable and cost effective solution for our customers.