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Chimney flue repair in Altamonte Springs, tile by tile
What resurfacing cannot do
The same instructions are clear about limits. The sealant does not provide the thermal protection of a chimney liner and is not meant to be installed as one, and it is intended for structurally sound, clean, dry masonry. A flue with loose or missing tiles, or a chimney that is itself unsound, needs other work first.
We will not recommend a coating where it does not belong. Honest findings and a 100% satisfaction guarantee come with every flue repair in Altamonte Springs.
Flue size and the fireplace opening
For fireplaces, the code ties flue size to the opening. Section R1003.15.1 of the state residential code sets a round flue at no less than one twelfth of the fireplace opening and a square flue at one tenth. A repair that narrows an already small flue can leave the fireplace smoking into the room.
We compare your opening with the flue during the inspection so the repair does not create a new problem. The visit is free, and in Altamonte Springs a repair you schedule within 72 hours of it is 10% off.
Planning an appliance change
Section R1003.11 of the Florida residential code ties the lining to the appliance connected to it, as its listing and the manufacturer's instructions describe. A flue that works for an open fireplace may not suit a wood stove or an insert, and the reverse is also true.
If you are planning a change, tell us before the flue is repaired, so the repair fits the appliance you will actually use. Our experts advise homeowners in Altamonte Springs at no charge.
Deposits hiding the tile surface
Soot and creosote build up on the inside of the flue and can hide cracks and gaps in the tile. A flue that looks sound under heavy deposits may not be. That is why a thorough cleaning often comes before a final judgment on the lining.
If the flue needs cleaning first, we say so and price it on its own line. Our local experts then look again and give you the full picture for your Altamonte Springs chimney, with no hidden fees.
Covered by the free flue inspection
We look at the flue from the top and from the firebox with a strong light, check each visible tile and joint, note spalling, offsets and debris, and check the cap, the top tile and its seal. We also ask about the appliance, any past chimney fire and any smoke or odor elsewhere in the house.
At no charge, you receive the findings, the limits of what could be seen and a written price. Our local team serves Altamonte Springs with no hidden fees.
