Chimney Liner Replacement

Do you know the condition of your chimney liner? Is the lining cracking or corroding? Don’t worry if you can’t answer these questions. Due to its location inside the flue, most fireplace owners are unaware whether their liner needs repair or relining unless they had a recent chimney inspection. Since a damaged chimney liner increases fire risk and exposure to harmful contaminants, keeping up with annual chimney inspections is critical.

Felgemacher Masonry & Chimney of Rochester provides professional chimney liner inspections, repair, and relining in the Rochester metropolitan area communities.

Why Does My Chimney Need a Liner?

A chimney liner insulates the flue and protects the masonry walls. It contains the heat and flames from the fireplace inside the chimney, so it doesn’t spread to nearby combustible building materials. Without a functioning liner, your attic, ceiling, chimney chase, and roof deck are at an increased risk of fire. A fire that starts in the chimney can quickly spread to other areas of your house, resulting in severe property damage, injuries, and even loss of life.

What is the Condition of Your Chimney Lining?

Most homes in Rochester NY, and surrounding communities have either an aluminum, cast-in-place cement, clay tile, or a stainless-steel liner. All  chimney liners will require repair or relining at some point during their lifecycle. Age, normal wear and tear, water leaks, or a chimney fire can damage the liner causing it to crack, warp, or corrode. It’s another reason why having your chimney inspected every year is so essential to fire prevention.

How We Repair Your Chimney

Felgemacher Masonry & Chimney is a certified installer of the Heatshield® flue liner repair system. Its exclusive Cerfractory® sealant instantly restores failing clay liners with a smooth, durable, and heat-resistant surface for maximum safety and efficiency.

Relining Your Rochester Chimney

In some cases, the liner is damaged beyond repair and requires replacement. We typically recommend installing a UL-listed stainless steel liner for homeowners in the Rochester, NY, area. It provides maximum efficiency and protection for all seasons. It also improves draft and heating efficiency and is easy to clean and maintain. Best of all, our steel liners feature a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty.

Signs Your Chimney Needs Repair or Relining

A chimney inspection is the only way to know for sure, but the following are signs that the lining needs attention:

• Pieces of clay material in the firebox
• Condensation in the flue or on the liner
•  Smoke is filling up inside your fireplace or living space
• You had a chimney fire
• It is more difficult to light or maintain a fire
• Your fires are less productive
• You need to add more firewood than usual
• Chimney draft problems

Chimney Relining in Rochester

Are you looking to replace or repair your chimney liner? Please give us a call today at 585-308-4914 or fill out our online contact form. Our team is ready to help!

We’re Rochester's choice for professional chimney liner inspections, repairs, and relining. Our certified technicians serve the Greater Rochester Area, including Genesee Junction NY, Hilton NY, Greece NY, Ridgemont NY, Westgate NY, West Hennetta NY, Rush NY, Honeoye Falls NY, Fishers NY, Victor NY, Fairport NY, Pittsford NY, Webster NY, Irondequoit NY, Spencerport NY, Penfield NY.

Felgemacher Masonry & Chimney of Rochester
10806 Reames Rd.
Rochester, NY 28269