The Importance of Chimney Liners

Chimney liners are the passageway in the fireplace or furnace flue through which gases (carbon monoxide) and smoke travel out of your home. Chimney liners protect your family and home from dangerous gases and smoke, so needless to say chimney liners are an essential part of your chimney! We highly recommend having stainless steel chimney liners installed in your chimney.

Below is a list of the advantages of stainless steel chimney liners.

• Stainless steel chimney liners have a lifetime warranty.
• Stainless steel chimney liners provide superior fire protection for your home.
• Meet code requirements for safe operation and resale.
• Stainless steel chimney liners are one long continuous piece - not sectional (no connectors or fireplace mortar joints to shift or separate like clay tile chimney liners).

Superior Chimney's CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) Certified Chimney Sweeps can provide this chimney service. They are trained, tested, and Nationally Certified to inspect your chimney liners. Call Superior Chimney Services, Corp. today at 877-CHIM-FIX (877-244-6349).

Why Do I Need a Chimney Cap?

Chimney caps provide protection from water intrusion damage, animal entry, spark escape (spark arrester), down drafts, etc. Much like the sidewalk & street, water intrusion with expansion & contraction causes cracks. This is undesirable in the firewalls of your chimney.

Below is a list of the benefits of chimney caps:

• A rain cap keeps out rain & snow - eliminating chimney linerSuperior chimney raccoon saturation, frost, & ice formation.
• Chimney caps keep animals and their nesting out of your chimney.
• The spark arrestor of a chimney cap stops stray sparks from leaving your chimney.
• Chimney caps help to eliminate & minimize wind downdrafts that can cause fireplace smoke backup.

Call Superior Chimney Services, Corp. today at 877-CHIM-FIX (877-244-6349). We will answer your questions and schedule a time to inspect your chimney.

Angie's List Super Service Award 2014

We're proud and excited to announce that we've been awarded the Angie's List Super Service Award for 2014. Superior Chimney Services, Corp. has won the Angie's List Super Service Award every year since 2006. You're all the best - we couldn't have done it without all of our great customers - THANK YOU!

FAQ: Do I Need to be Home for the Appointment?

Yes, chimney sweeps and full inspection of fireplace chimney, furnace flue, and dryer vents require interior home access. Most importantly, if something comes up during the inspection, your presence and our certified technicians visual equipment will give you first hand knowledge of what, where, when, why, and how to rectify the issue.

Call Superior Chimney Services, Corp. today at 877-CHIM-FIX (877-244-6349). We will answer your questions and schedule a time to inspect your chimney.

FAQ: Can I Prevent Future Costly Chimney Repairs

Yes, preventative maintenance is the best kind! We've found that water is a chimney's worst enemy. As odd as it may seem, chimney leaks cause more damage to masonry chimneys than fire. (Chimney leaks cause costly fireplace chimney repair needs - Waterproofing saves you money!) There are many services & applications, which prevent water penetration & absorption into your masonry chimney. They will help to preserve & maintain its existing integrity & appearance. Call Superior Chimney Services, Corp. today at 877-CHIM-FIX (877-244-6349). We will answer your questions and schedule a time to inspect your chimney.

What is a Clothes Dryer Vent Sweep?

Also known as dryer exhaust sweeps, dryer duct cleanings, or dryer vent sweeps – Dryer vent cleanings remove the lint buildup in your vent, which bypasses the lint trap of your dryer unit. This shortens your dryer unit life, extends dry times, and may cause a dryer fire.

Lint Buildup Takes More Energy (Money) To Dry Your Clothes: If your dryer isn't drying your clothes like it used to, you probably don’t need a new dryer (big relief!) – just a standard or pressurized mechanical dryer vent cleaning! A dryer vent clogged with lint reduces airflow so your dryer can't dry clothes as efficiently or quickly as it used to. An inefficient dryer uses more energy, thereby costing you more money. Dryer vent cleanings save you money.

Dryer vent cleaning prevents dryer fires: Dryer fires have been of the leading cause of home fires throughout recent years. A dryer vent clogged (fully or partially) with lint reduces airflow escape. This causes heat build up and then ignition (a dryer fire). Lint is a boy scouts favorite material for starting fires; after all, it is highly flammable! Dryer vent cleanings prevent dryer fires and save lives.

Contact Superior Chimney Services, Corp today at 877-CHIM-FIX (877-244-6349). We will answer your questions and schedule a time to complete a clothes dryer vent sweep.

How Often Do I Need My Chimney Cleaned?

We know, we've posted about this topic before, but it's very important and stands to be reiterated.

Chimney cleaning intervals are based on usage. The more wood burned the more creosote accumulation within. It is recommended to sweep your wood-burning chimney after every face chord of wood burned. The NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) code 211 says, "Chimneys, fireplaces, and vents shall be inspected at least once a year for soundness, freedom from deposits, and correct clearances. Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs shall be done if necessary." Annual inspection with a fireplace chimney sweep as required. This is the National safety standard!

Call Superior Chimney today at 877-CHIM-FIX (877-244-6349). We will answer your questions and schedule a time to inspect your chimney.