The Importance of Chimney Liners

A chimney liner actually creates a separation between the fumes in the flue and the walls of the chimney. The purpose of a chimney liner is to insulate the chimney so that the aging and deterioration of the mortar does not increase. There are several reasons a homeowner should have a chimney liner installed:

The Chimney liner creates a barrier helping to maintain heat within the liner instead of the surrounding chimney. The lack of a chimney liner increases the core temperature between the surrounding house structures, such as woodwork, and can lead to chimney fires

A chimney liner also helps the environment and increases the comfort of a household. It helps to burn a brighter fire while minimizing loss of heat. Additionally it helps with creating and, maintaining, optimal air flow throughout the chimney. Therefore fires requires less fuel needs resulting in saved energy.

Through improper installation or faulty construction of a chimney it is possible for toxic gasses to leak into the home. These gases are caused by incomplete combustion within the fireplace and a can seep back into your home. A chimney liner provides a much better route for these gasses to be released, effectively exhausting them out of the home.

Some homes already have older chimney liners installed from previous owners. Chimney liners in old houses are typically made of fire clay. These chimney liners can occasionally crack or fissure as the house settles and the surrounding chimney moves. This allows gasses and smoke to escape. Inspecting and possibly replacing old chimney liners is a common necessity and yet another service that High’s Chimney offers. Make sure that even if you have a chimney liner already installed you aren’t missing this crucial maintenance step.

These are just a few of the very important reasons to include chimney liners. Since 1981, High's has installed over 60 miles of liner into 10,000 homes in the Washington DC area. Additionally, we make it a point to use only Pro*Tect Chimney Liner or Ventinox Chimney Liner, both UL listed and backed by Lifetime guarantees. If you need your old chimney liner repaired, inspected, or replaced, you’ve come to the right place. Even if you’ve only got questions about maintaining an existing liner or whether your home even needs one at all, we’re here to help. Call us now at 1-888-HIGHS123 and get the help you need to take care of the home you deserve.