Stainless Steel Chimney Liners
It wasn’t until fairly recently in the history of chimneys that these structures were required by law to include an approved chimney liner. Among the approved styles, a stainless steel chimney liner is the best choice for most applications.
Advanced Chimney Sweep installs sturdy stainless steel chimney liners. Here’s some helpful information.
Types of Chimney Liners
The three types of liners we see most often are:
- Terra-cotta tile chimney liners
- Poured-in-place chimney liners
- Stainless steel chimney liners
Stainless steel chimney liners are popular throughout the United States because they’re extremely strong and resistant to the intense heat and acidic combustion gases that are a part of regular chimney operation.
Relatively easy to install and affordable, they provide a smooth channel for smoke and gases to flow up through the chimney, and they’re not as likely to be huge creosote collectors the way other liner styles are.
This is why we recommend stainless steel chimney liners for our customers' homes.
The Problem with Tile and Poured-in-Place Chimney Liners
The main problem is that both styles are prone to cracking and deterioration. When this happens, serious problems can occur:
- Flames can escape and set fire to parts of the home close to the chimney.
- Deadly carbon monoxide can move into the living spaces of your home.
- Intense heat can dry out building materials adjacent to the chimney, making them more likely to combust.
- Air escaping through gaps in the liner can lead to fireplace drafting issues.
Chimney Liner Inspection
The only way to know the exact condition of your liner is with a chimney inspection. Our Certified Chimney Professionals have the tools and training to evaluate your entire chimney flue and offer recommendations on resolving any issues we identify. We can repair any chimney trouble you may have.
Our chimney liner inspections include specialized cameras that allow us to see all areas within the liner system.
We look for:
- Cracked, broken, or split sections in any liner
- Issues with flue tiles, including flaking, loose tiles, and missing tiles
- Crumbling mortar between the tiles
- Excess creosote buildup
Installing a New Stainless Steel Chimney Liner
When we install a stainless steel chimney liner, we make sure it’s the proper diameter to draft your fireplace safely. We surround the liner with heavy-duty insulation for added protection.
Call Your Chimney Relining Experts
If it's been over a year since your chimney was last inspected, give us a call and let us get to work. We inspect for a lot more than just chimney liner problems, so remember to schedule annual inspections to keep your chimney system working at its best.
Learn more about powerful stainless steel chimney liners by speaking with one of our helpful technicians by phone. You can also get in touch through our contact form.