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Chimney Liner 101
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What is a Chimney Liner?
A Chimney Liner, or Flue Liner, is by definition "a clay, ceramic, or metal conduit installed inside of a chimney, intended to contain the combustion products, direct them to the outside atmosphere, and protect the chimney walls from heat and corrosion." According to the Chimney Safety Institute of America, there are three main functions of a chimney liner:
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1. Protect the home from heat transfer to combustibles
2. Protect the masonry from the corrosive byproducts of combustion
3. Provide a correctly sized flue for optimum efficiency of appliances
Can My Damaged Chimney Liner be Repaired?
​The Wright Chimney Sweep's certified technicians perform a video-scan inspection of your chimney flue to determine if any damage is present. Wright's provides written documentation of our findings, and when applicable, provides an estimate for repairs to the system.
When a brick & mortar or clay tile chimney flue is compromised (i.e. cracks, missing tiles, deteriorating mortar joints), it is no longer serving its purpose - which means it is no longer keeping you, or your home, safe. Wright's Hearth, Heat & Home may recommend relining the chimney flue with a Stainless Steel Flue Liner. Our liners are U.L. tested and listed, are extremely safe and durable, and have a transferable lifetime warranty when properly maintained.
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What Issues Will a Stainless Steel Chimney Liner Address?
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A stainless steel is suitable for woodburning, pellet, gas, or oil applications and address the following issues:
1. Condensation & Leakage: Condensation can migrate through the chimney, staining the home's interior and the chimney's exterior. If unaddressed, extended condensation leakage can cause more serious damage.
2. Chimney Structure Disintegration: Acidic moisture present in creosote can eat away at the brick & mortar and cause structural issues.
3. Unlined Chimney, Cracked or Missing Flue Tiles & Mortar Joints: Any crack or gap in a chimney flue is a portal for dangerous carbon monoxide gas to leak into the home. The risk of a chimney fire spreading into the surrounding areas of the home greatly increases when cracks, gaps, or missing tiles are present.
4. Improper Draft or Smoking Chimney: Improperly sized flues can cause an unsteady draft or smoking back into the home. This is a common issue, as older chimney flues are no match for new appliances.
Wright's services the majority of WNC. Contact us to see if you are within our service area.
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