Chimney liner installation for fireplaces in Boulevard Gardens
A listed liner, installed to its manual, with a written record of the work when the job is done.
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- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Observations that start a relining assessment
- An inspection note about the flue lining
- No lining visible from the chimney top
- A liner cap that no longer fits
- A stale odor drifting from the flue
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What goes into relining your chimney
How the top plate carries a liner
A metal liner hangs from the top of the chimney. In systems like DuraLiner, a top plate and clamp assembly carries the weight and closes the flue opening around the pipe. The plate rests on the chimney top, which makes the condition of that surface part of the job.
We check the top of the chimney where the plate will sit. If the crown around the flue is cracked or loose, we point it out and price it apart from the liner. The plate and cap belong to the liner system itself and are included in the relining line.
Clearances around a relined chimney
The code requires an air space between a masonry chimney and nearby combustible framing. It makes an exception where the chimney carries a lining system listed for contact with combustibles and installed to its instructions. That exception depends on the specific listing, not on relining in general.
If framing around your chimney sits closer than it should, relining may be part of the answer, or it may not. We explain what we can see at the accessible points and which clearances remain concealed. The proposal says whether the chosen liner carries that listing and how it is installed.
Why liner size affects draft
Flue gases rise because they are warmer than the air outside. A flue far larger than the appliance needs can let those gases cool and slow on the way up. Liner makers note that correct sizing matters most where flue gases run cool.
This is why an oversized liner is not a safety margin. We size to the appliance instructions and the listing, not to the largest pipe that fits. The estimate names the size and the reason for it, so it can be checked against the manual.
Weather and an open chimney during relining
Rain can interrupt relining work at the top, and an open flue lets water in. We plan the day so the chimney is not left open longer than necessary. Whatever the forecast, an open chimney is covered before we leave.
If weather stops work partway through, we explain what state the flue is in and when the job resumes. The fireplace or appliance stays out of use until the liner is complete. We tell you when it is ready to use again and what to watch for.
Liner scope written out in full
- Listed liner system named in writing
- Insulation where the listing requires it
- Cleaning of the existing flue
- Liner cap with its spark screen
More about relining your chimney in Boulevard Gardens
How long does a relining visit take in Boulevard Gardens?
It depends on the route and the preparation. A straightforward installation can be completed in one visit, while tile removal or glazed deposits add time. We explain the expected sequence when you approve the estimate and tell you if it changes.
Do you install liners for open fireplaces as well as appliances?
Yes. For an open masonry fireplace, the code sizes the flue against the fireplace opening, so the calculation differs from an appliance. We explain which rule set the size in the estimate, along with how the liner leaves the smoke chamber.
Are the top plate and cap included in the relining price?
They belong to the liner system, so our relining estimate includes them. A larger cap covering several flues, or crown repair around the plate, would be listed separately if the inspection shows it is needed.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Flue RepairAssess repairs to damaged existing flue linings and distinguish them from a new liner installation.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Spalling Brick Repair and Chimney Brick ReplacementReplace deteriorated chimney bricks while retaining suitable surrounding masonry.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo