A stainless steel liner replaces a cracked or missing flue lining and is the most common way to make an older chimney safe again.
Clay flue tiles last a long time but they are brittle. A chimney fire, shifting masonry, water and years of heating and cooling can crack them. A cracked tile lets smoke and heat escape into the walls, which is a safety problem you may not notice until it is serious. Stainless steel relining solves the problem by running a new, continuous, sealed pipe through the old flue.
Relining is the standard fix because it works with the chimney you already have. A flexible stainless liner is lowered from the top, shaped to the flue, connected to the appliance and secured at the cap. It can be insulated for better performance with wood burning appliances. The new liner also shrinks the flue to the size your appliance needs, which improves the draft.
Liners come in different thicknesses and grades of stainless steel. The right choice depends on the fuel: wood, gas or oil. We choose the one that matches yours.
An insulated liner stays hotter, which reduces creosote and improves draft. It is a good upgrade for wood stoves and inserts and for tall chimneys.
Flexible liners handle bends and offsets and are common in retrofits. Rigid pipe is used where the flue is straight and a more permanent solution is wanted.
The liner is secured at the top with a plate that also seals out water, and finished with a cap. A neat top adds years to the life of the whole system.
No gaps for smoke.
Heat stays in the flue.
Wood, gas or oil.
Right size for the appliance.
Less creosote.
Water kept out.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Project situationOlder and Historic HomesOlder chimneys have soft brick, old mortar and no liner. They need a gentler approach and the right…Learn more 
Material guideStainless Steel LinersStainless liners are the standard way to make an old chimney safe. Here is how they work.Learn more 
Material guideCreosote and SootCreosote and soot are the byproducts of every fire. Here is what they are and why they matter.Learn more Enter the size of a fireplace opening or pick a stove to see the flue size and liner to plan for.
You tell us about the chimney, fireplace or stove and what you have noticed, and we set a visit that fits your day.
We look closely at the chimney, inside and out, ask how you use it and take photos of anything of note.
We explain what is urgent, what can wait and what is optional, and give you a written scope and options.
We lay drop cloths, seal the firebox and protect the roof and landscaping before any work begins.
We sweep, repair or install with the right tools and materials, checking our work as we go.
We clean up, show you what we did, share tips and set a reminder for your next visit.
A camera inspection shows cracked tiles, gaps or no liner. It is the best way to know.
Quality liners often last decades when installed and used properly.
It is a good idea for wood stoves and inserts and for cold or tall chimneys.
Yes. Gas needs its own sizing and liner type, which we match.
It is cleaner than most chimney work. We protect the hearth and clean up afterward.
Chimney Liner InstallationA properly sized liner gives smoke a safe, sealed path up the chimney and protects the masonry from…Explore 
Chimney Fire Damage RepairAfter a chimney fire, a full inspection and the repairs that make the system safe again, from cracked…Explore 
Wood Stove InstallationA new wood stove set on a safe hearth with the right pipe, clearances and liner, ready to…Explore 
Fireplace Insert InstallationA steel or cast iron insert turns a drafty open fireplace into an efficient heater, with a liner…Explore Tell us about the project and we will call you back to talk it through.
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