For Chimney Relining & Liner Repair Near You, Trust New Buck
If you’re in need of a new chimney liner or some flue liner repair services, we’re the team to call on in the Shreveport area. Trust New Buck for all of your chimney and fireplace repair needs – call or book online now.
What Is a Chimney Liner? Why Is It Important?
The liner of a chimney serves to contain the heat, ash, smoke, and carbon monoxide produced by the heating appliance when in use. As these byproducts are produced, the chimney liner encourages them to exit the chimney and keeps them from seeping through the masonry and back into the home.
Over time, creosote, water, and animal intruders can cause serious damage to the chimney liner, putting your family at risk. When you have a damaged or deteriorating chimney liner, or if you simply don’t have a chimney liner at all (which is common in older homes), you are at risk of experiencing:
- Appliance inefficiency
- Draft problems
- Smoke problems
- Carbon monoxide leaks
- Fire hazards
To protect your family from these hazards, it is important that you have your flue liner regularly inspected for damage or obstructions.
What Are the Most Common Causes of Chimney Liner Damage?
The most common causes of damage or obstruction within the chimney flue liner are:
Animal Intruders: When animals enter your chimney liner, they get right to work at making your chimney conducive to nesting and raising a family. This includes bringing in flammable nesting materials – like leaves, grass, and sticks. Even if your house guests don’t stay long, they leave these flammable materials behind, in addition to waste products and feathers or fur. Not only can the presence of these materials lead to a chimney fire, it can also cause serious damage to the interior of the liner, and obstruct air flow.
Water Damage: When water enters your chimney, it can eat away at a stainless steel or aluminum liner, leaving holes throughout it. These holes allow heat, ash, and smoke to seep into nearby combustible walls, which can easily cause a fire. These holes can also allow carbon monoxide to enter your home and silently poison your family. If your liner is made of clay and is exposed to water, it will inevitably crack and crumble, which will lead to a structurally unsound and inefficient liner.
Age/Wear/Improper Maintenance: Any time a liner is neglected it can seriously deteriorate. Over time, the heat and moisture produced by a fire can wear on the liner, causing cracks or holes to form – which will only grow and multiply if the liner remains neglected.
How Can I Protect My Chimney Liner?
The best way to protect your liner is to have your chimney waterproofed and regularly swept.
Should your chimney liner be damaged and need repair or replacement, don’t wait to invest in repair services – look no further than New Buck Chimney Services. We have decades of professional installation experience and guarantee all of our work, every time.
We Sell Stainless Steel Chimney Liners
At New Buck Chimney Services, we only use the highest-quality chimney liners, including these top-of-the-line name brands:
- Ventinox: These stainless steel liners are designed for use in masonry chimneys and are approved for use with all fuel-types. If you may be looking to change fuel-types down the line, but need a new flue liner now, installing a Ventinox is your best bet. With professional installation, these liners can last you a lifetime.
- Homesaver Pro: These stainless steel liners are designed for durability. They can take on heat, vapor, and age without worry.
No matter what your situation, you can trust New Buck Chimney Services to provide you with professional advice and installation. Contact us today to discuss your chimney relining options.
Trust Our Experts for a Job Done Right
When it comes to chimney relining and liner repair, you need a team you can trust to get the job done right. At New Buck, we bring expert craftsmanship, quality materials, and a commitment to safety for every project we tackle. Whether you’re dealing with a damaged liner or need a full relining, we’re here to ensure your chimney operates as efficiently and safely as possible for years to come.
Contact us today to schedule your service.
HeatShield is another chimney liner repair option we offer. For more insight into our chimney and fireplace repair services, reach out!