Chimney & Fireplace Services In Fairport, NY

When you hire Felgemacher Masonry & Chimney as your Professional Chimney Sweep®, you are treated like family. With more than five decades of providing chimney sweep services, our customers trust us to provide the best possible service, including chimney inspections, cleaning, and repairs in Fairport and communities throughout the Greater Rochester Metropolitan Area.

Annual Chimney Inspection

Did you know that an annual chimney inspection can save your chimney and protect your family's health? Masonry chimneys have one vital enemy: Water. Fairport, like many other towns north of Rochester, gets a lot of rain. While rain is why our local scenery is always green and pristine, it can damage the masonry, causing it to crack, flake, and crumble. Spalling bricks and gaps in the mortar joints allow moisture to leak inside. It can cause widespread damage to the flue liner, interior masonry, firebox, and other components. Without repair, the chimney may need rebuilding to prevent a partial or complete collapse. Moreover, it increases the risk of fire and exposure to harmful contaminants.

Fairport NY Chimney Sweep & Cleaning

When you have a chimney inspection, our chimney sweep will determine whether cleaning is necessary. Since many folks in the Carolinas use their fireplaces, inserts, and heating stoves frequently during the long winters, we highly recommend professional cleaning at least every year. Chimney cleaning is necessary to remove the flammable creosote buildup, wildlife, bird's
nests, and other debris that may obstruct the flue pipe. We also clean corrosive stains from combustion gases. Even if you have a gas fireplace, annual safety inspections and cleaning are necessary to check for gas leaks and clean and replace worn or defective parts. It will minimize repairs and prolong the life of your heating appliance.

Chimney Repairs

Our skilled masons and chimney technicians have extensive experience resolving any chimney issue. So, whether your chimney needs masonry repair, relining, or rebuilding, all work is performed according to industry standards and in compliance with local regulations and building and safety codes. To avoid more extensive damage, give us a call if you notice any of the following conditions:

1. White, black, or reddish-orange stains: Masonry stains are often the first sign of a chimney issue. The repair may be as simple as replacing a rusting chimney cap, or it could be a sign that the brickwork is absorbing moisture.
2. Masonry cracks: Damaged bricks and decaying mortar means water damages the masonry. It may even be leaking inside the chimney.
3. Chimney crown cracks: A chimney cap or chase cover helps protect the crown. Rain, snow accumulation, house settling, and foundation issues can cause cracks in the crown. Water will leak inside these cracks, damaging the internal chimney system.
4. Worn flashing: If you spot water stains on the ceiling or walls around the fireplace, it can cause a leaky chimney.