Every year during the fall season there is a sudden increase in chimney liner sales. Most people start thinking about chimneys during the fall months. It certainly is the season to inspect your chimney and if needed, install a chimney liner. There are two types of stainless steel chimney liners that can be installed. A […]
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Here is a link that talks about chimney liner insulation. Why it is important to insulate your chimney liner. Is insulating a chimney required to maintain a UL Listing? […]
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What is a chase cover? A chase cover is a metal covering of a chimney chase. The chimney chase can be made of wood which would house a Class A Chimney system or it can be considered a masonry structure. Most masonry chimneys are protected on top by a masonry crown. This deflects water and […]
The chimney liner is the ultimate solution to the problems that plague most chimneys. Modern stainless steel provides air tight and water tight barrier that seals in gases and creosote. Underwriters Laboratory declared that flex systems excel standards for chimney safety and can even withstand a chimney fire and still maintain structural integrity. This system […]
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What is stainless steel chimney pipe? Most masonry chimneys have a terra-cotta chimney flue liner inside the brick or block exterior of the chimney. Todays appliances can cause serious problems for masonry chimneys. Because of this, stainless steel chimney pipe is used to reline the masonry chimney. This stainless steel chimney pipe provides a protection […]
Do pellet stoves need chimney liners? If you have an existing chimney that you would like to vent a pellet stove into you should install a stainless steel chimney liner. Why? In order for an appliance to run correctly it should vent into a chimney or pipe that is sized correctly. Most pellet stoves have […]
The incomplete by-product of combustion of fuel oil is unburned carbon & sulfur dioxide simply known as “oil soot”… Oil soot accumulates on the walls and at the base of the chimney, which warrants it be inspected and cleaned annually as suggested in the National Fire Protection Association’s 211-CODE. All though this is not a law, […]
When thinking about a gas furnace and venting it into your chimney you should really consider relining your chimney with a stainless steel chimney liner. Why? Today’s furnaces know how to break down masonry chimneys. It’s what they do. They find ways to make block crumble and create issues for your home. Some will say […]
Rigid chimney liner is the best chimney liner you can use. The only thing is you must have a straight masonry chimney flue. If your chimney flue is not straight and has offsets, installing a rigid chimney liner is not your best bet. Most likely you will not be able to install this type of […]
