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Chimney cap repair Hampton, VA

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    Before: Replacement of a rusted and pitting chimney chase cover

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    Before: We removed the old chase cover. All that can be seen now is the metal flue liner inside the chase (chimney).

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    Repairing: We added supports before the chase cover is installed, so the new chase cover will not sag in the middle

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    Repairing: We installed a new stainless steel chase cover

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    After: We installed a new chimney cap as well as a new storm collar (the collar under the cap, sitting on top of the chase cover)

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Dryer Vent Repair and Cleaning in Hampton, VA

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    Dryer Vent Cleaning: this process not only allows your dryer to perform at it best and keep your homes air quality good but, most importantly prevents a fire hazard!

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    This dryer vent line has been run and hung incorrectly in the crawlspace of a home. This dryer vent line is not to code.  A vent line has to be made of solid pipe, not a flex hose as seen here.

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    Another dryer vent line incorrectly connected using materials not to code.

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Chimney Repairs in Yorktown, VA

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    Here we have the back wall of a wood burning fireplace. There are two large cracks in the wall which can allow hot ash and sparks to penetrate the chimney structure causing a chimney fire.

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    A look down a terra cotta flue showing a large crack.  Cracks like these are dangerous and as such, the fireplace should not be used until these are fixed. Flames and sparks can get into these cracks and cause a chimney fire.

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Large Chimney Cap in Newport News, VA

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    Here is the frame of an oversized chimney cap. This man is approximately 6'1" tall.  This cap was installed on a chimney with multiple chimney flues.  The cap covers all flues to keep animals, rain, and debris from entering the chimney and in turn your home.

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    The oversized chimney cap now installed on the client's chimney.

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 Stainless Steel Chimney Cap in Yorktown, VA

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    Chimney crown resurfaced and capped with a stainless steel chimney cap

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Resurfaced Chimney Crown in Newport News, VA

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    Here is a deteriorated chimney crown that needs to be resurfaced. There are two flues in this chimney need to be capped to keep rain and debris out of the fireplaces inside the home

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Chimney Inspecting in Newport News, VA

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    Our Technician, Chris inspecting a client's chase cover

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    Our Technician, Chris inspecting a client's chase cover

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Chase Covers in Yorktown, VA

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    A new stainless steel chase cover and chimney cap installed on a prefabricated fireplace chimney flue.

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    Some customers ask us to paint their chase covers and caps.  In some cases, the HOA dictates they be painted.

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Chimney Inspecting in Newport News, VA

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    A chimney crown in need of resurfacing to protect the interior flue liners from rain and debris.  Cracks and deterioration like this will cause leaks inside the structure.

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    We resurfaced the crown and installed an oversized chimney cap was installed to cover both chimney flues.  An oversized cap looks better aesthetically and will protect each flue from rain, debris, and animals.

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    This chimney is showing signs of a leak.  The white substance on the chimney is called efflorescence.  Efflorescence is a chalky substance formed from salt and acid that dries on the structure after a significant leak. The exterior of this chimney needs to be power washed and sealed.  Washing the chimney will clean off the black substance and the chalky efflorescence.  The structure would then need to be waterproofed to seal the porous bricks and protect it from penetrating rain water.

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Our Service Vehicle in Yorktown, VA

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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Chimney cap repair Hampton, VA

  • Slide title

    Before: Replacement of a rusted and pitting chimney chase cover

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    Before: We removed the old chase cover. All that can be seen now is the metal flue liner inside the chase (chimney).

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    Repairing: We added supports before the chase cover is installed, so the new chase cover will not sag in the middle

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    Repairing: We installed a new stainless steel chase cover

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    After: We installed a new chimney cap as well as a new storm collar (the collar under the cap, sitting on top of the chase cover)

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Dryer Vent Repair and Cleaning in Hampton, VA

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    Dryer Vent Cleaning: this process not only allows your dryer to perform at it best and keep your homes air quality good but, most importantly prevents a fire hazard!

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    This dryer vent line has been run and hung incorrectly in the crawlspace of a home. This dryer vent line is not to code.  A vent line has to be made of solid pipe, not a flex hose as seen here.

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    Another dryer vent line incorrectly connected using materials not to code.

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Chimney Repairs in Yorktown, VA

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    Here we have the back wall of a wood burning fireplace. There are two large cracks in the wall which can allow hot ash and sparks to penetrate the chimney structure causing a chimney fire.

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    A look down a terra cotta flue showing a large crack.  Cracks like these are dangerous and as such, the fireplace should not be used until these are fixed. Flames and sparks can get into these cracks and cause a chimney fire.

    Button

Large Chimney Cap in Newport News, VA

  • Slide title

    Here is the frame of an oversized chimney cap. This man is approximately 6'1" tall.  This cap was installed on a chimney with multiple chimney flues.  The cap covers all flues to keep animals, rain, and debris from entering the chimney and in turn your home.

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    The oversized chimney cap now installed on the client's chimney.

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 Stainless Steel Chimney Cap in Yorktown, VA

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    Chimney crown resurfaced and capped with a stainless steel chimney cap

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Resurfaced Chimney Crown in Newport News, VA

  • Slide title

    Here is a deteriorated chimney crown that needs to be resurfaced. There are two flues in this chimney need to be capped to keep rain and debris out of the fireplaces inside the home

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Chimney Inspecting in Newport News, VA

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    Our Technician, Chris inspecting a client's chase cover

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    Our Technician, Chris inspecting a client's chase cover

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Chase Covers in Yorktown, VA

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    A new stainless steel chase cover and chimney cap installed on a prefabricated fireplace chimney flue.

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    Some customers ask us to paint their chase covers and caps.  In some cases, the HOA dictates they be painted.

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Chimney Inspecting in Newport News, VA

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    A chimney crown in need of resurfacing to protect the interior flue liners from rain and debris.  Cracks and deterioration like this will cause leaks inside the structure.

    Button

  • Slide title

    We resurfaced the crown and installed an oversized chimney cap was installed to cover both chimney flues.  An oversized cap looks better aesthetically and will protect each flue from rain, debris, and animals.

    Button

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    This chimney is showing signs of a leak.  The white substance on the chimney is called efflorescence.  Efflorescence is a chalky substance formed from salt and acid that dries on the structure after a significant leak. The exterior of this chimney needs to be power washed and sealed.  Washing the chimney will clean off the black substance and the chalky efflorescence.  The structure would then need to be waterproofed to seal the porous bricks and protect it from penetrating rain water.

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Our Service Vehicle in Yorktown, VA

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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    If you see us driving around town, give us a wave!

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