Keep Safety and Performance Problems Away with Furnace Flue Relining

Furnace flues are responsible for venting stoves and fireplaces, so you can enjoy the comfort these things provide without any worries of a house fire, smoke inhalation, or carbon monoxide poisoning. Every day, these systems take all the heat and acidic moisture, and byproducts that appliances produce.

Many homeowners take their furnace flues for granted and just assume they are still in excellent condition. However, that’s not always the case.

Over time, the heat and byproducts of combustion can damage the furnace flue. They can create holes, cracks, gaps, and flue restricting buildup. Furthermore, chimney fires, house settling, severe weather, and chimney leaks can damage the flue.

Without annual inspections, you will not know the potential hidden damage it can cause to your flue, which can compromise the safety of your home or the efficiency and performance of the attached fireplace, stove, or furnace.

Our experts at American Chimney Cleaning are all CISA-certified. We use special cameras to get a good look at the flue’s interior. It allows us to identify any cracks, missing mortar joints, or other damage that can impact safety, function, and performance. 

The Cause and Effect of a Damaged Furnace Flue

Furnaces rely heavily on smoke pipes and exhaust pipes to vent the byproducts of combustion properly. Since these byproducts are acidic, they can corrode the flue liner and even lead to deterioration of the flue pipe’s masonry.

When not maintained properly, the liner could rust or collapse over time. Liner deterioration and damage also leaves the entire furnace and boiler system unfit to use while decreasing its efficiency. 

As far as masonry is concerned, constant exposure to condensation from appliances with freeze/thaw process leads to flaking and spalling bricks, mold or mildew, unsightly efflorescence stains, and leaks.

Why Furnace Flue Relining is Necessary

Furnace flues should be relined for the following reasons:

• When the flue liner or smoke pipe is damaged, deteriorating, or improperly sized, the furnace cannot efficiently and adequately vent the byproducts out of your home.
• A damaged or excessively large pipe also leads to drafting problems. The byproducts and condensation sit and cool in the chimney, leading to pipe corrosion and increasing the risk of exposure to carbon monoxide poisoning.
• When you have a damaged pipe or improperly sized liner, your furnace’s performance will also decrease since it is not venting as safely and efficiently as it should. 

The Best Material for Furnace Flue Relining

American Chimney Cleaning highly recommends stainless-steel liners. Stainless-steel liners can withstand years of wear and tear. They are also rust- and corrosion-resistant, so you can enjoy a longer lifespan from your investment. These liners are worth your investment because they provide peace of mind and decades of worry-free service. 

Our Furnace Flue Relining Process

The liner venting of the furnace should withstand constant exposure to high heat and corrosive elements. That’s why we highly recommend our stainless-steel liners. We only use the most trusted names in the industry and products that are guaranteed to last for years.

Our stainless-steel liners can resist corrosion, rust, and other deterioration caused by the hazardous byproducts produced by the furnace. When it’s time to have your furnace flue relined, call our professionals to handle the job. Our experts can identify the size and type of liner needed and make sure that everything is done correctly.

Furnace flue relining is not something you should do on your own. Improper installation can lead to serious health and safety hazards and decreased appliance efficiency. 

Why Choose American Chimney Cleaning for Your Furnace Flue Relining?

American Chimney Cleaning offers each homeowner the highest level of service, so they feel safe each time they use their appliances. You can count on our professionals to make sure that everything is fitted properly to ensure your appliances are safe to use for the years to come.

Each member of our team undergoes annual certifications and training with different organizations. We ensure that we remain up to date with industry standards and codes. We always take our ongoing education and training very seriously since our customers’ safety is our main priority.

We also offer free estimates for all our services. Our prices are fair and competitive, and we never lower our standards for any reason. Our works are guaranteed through our comprehensive warranty program to give you the peace of mind you deserve.