Damaged chimney flues fitted with new liners in Southchase
Insulated or plain, round or oval, our Southchase crew fits the liner your chimney and appliance actually call for.
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Inside your chimney relining quote in Southchase
Four points that decide which liner fits your Southchase chimney, each priced on its own line.
- Listed liner product and diameter
- Cleaning of the flue and smoke chamber
- Removal of old tile or an old liner
- Each flue in the chimney, listed separately
How we handle chimney relining in Southchase
Details that decide the liner we propose in Southchase, each one traceable in your estimate.
A closer inspection comes before relining
NFPA 211 lists the relining of a flue, or replacement of flue lining, among the circumstances that call for a more thorough inspection. That means examining the accessible parts of the chimney inside and out, including areas reached through the attic, before the proposal is final.
We do that work first, so the liner is chosen for the chimney that is actually there rather than the one it appears to be from the roof. It also surfaces clearance, masonry and crown questions early, while they can still be planned into one visit instead of discovered halfway through the installation.
Old clay tile at the top of the chimney
A clay tile that protrudes above the chimney does not have to be removed if it is in good condition. If it is not, one manufacturer describes chipping it flush with a hammer and cold chisel, keeping the pieces out of the flue, and filling cracks and uneven surfaces with mortar before the top kit goes on.
We show you which case applies to your chimney before the job starts, and the trimming, if any, appears on the estimate. Leaving sound tile in place is often the tidier result.
Signs of condensation in a flue
Staining, dampness or deposits running down the flue can signal flue gases cooling too much before they leave. Oversized flues and chimneys on outside walls can both contribute.
Liner sizing and insulation address that directly. We look at the appliance, the flue size and where the chimney sits before recommending a fix. Moisture from rain entering an uncapped flue can look similar, so we rule that out before blaming condensation.
A second opinion on relining
If another company has recommended relining, we can look at the same flue and tell you whether we agree and why. We explain what we saw, what supports the recommendation and what, if anything, points the other way.
You get that opinion in writing. Bring the other proposal if you have it, since comparing its product, size and preparation lines with ours often answers the question quickly.
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Relining questions answered by our family-owned crew in Southchase.
Is insulation always required with a stainless liner in Southchase?
No. It is required in some situations, such as when clearances to combustibles cannot be confirmed, and recommended in others, such as a chimney on an outside wall. We tell you which applies to your Southchase chimney and price it clearly.
Is your relining work guaranteed?
It is. Every liner we install carries our workmanship warranty, and under our 100% satisfaction guarantee we return to fix anything that is not right.
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