Insulated flue liners fitted in Sandalfoot Cove
Free inspection first, then a written relining estimate with each part and each preparation step on its own line.
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Observations that start a relining assessment
- Rust holes in an old liner
- Glazed deposits coating the old flue
- An appliance manual that calls for relining
- A connector that does not fit the flue
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A closer look at liner installation
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.
Offsets in the flue and flexible liners
Not every flue rises straight from the fireplace to the top. Offsets and bends limit what kind of liner can pass and how it is supported. Flexible liners can follow some bends that rigid pipe cannot, within the limits the maker publishes.
We check the route before recommending flexible or rigid pipe. An offset may also limit the liner size that fits, which feeds back into the sizing question. If the route cannot take the liner the appliance needs, that is explained before the estimate is final, not discovered on installation day.
Changes during relining need your approval
Relining can uncover conditions that were not visible at the assessment. A tile may crumble as the liner goes down, or the connection may need a different fitting. These are reasons to stop and talk, not permission to extend the job.
When something changes, we explain what was found and what it means for the liner. You decide whether to add the work, and the price is stated before it happens. Upfront pricing applies to changes as much as to the original estimate, so the final figure holds no surprises.
Spark screens on a liner cap
Many liner caps include a mesh screen that stops sparks and keeps animals out. The code sets requirements for spark arrestors on masonry chimneys, including access for cleaning and a removable screen or cap. The screen must still let flue gases leave freely.
A screen that clogs with deposits restricts the flue. We check the cap during maintenance visits and explain when cleaning is needed. The cap chosen for the liner is named in the estimate, together with its screen. A screen should come off only in the hands of someone who can refit it correctly.
Parts and preparation in a liner quote
- Appliance make, model and fuel confirmed
- Flue route traced from bottom to top
- Tee fitting for a wall connection
- Unused flue closure as a separate item
What to know before relining in Sandalfoot Cove
What happens to my damper when the liner is installed?
If the liner runs down to an appliance, the damper plate or frame may have to come out for it to pass. The estimate says whether the damper stays or goes, and any damper repair is priced separately from the liner.
How does the discount after the free inspection work?
When you book the relining no more than 72 hours after your free inspection, a 10% discount applies to the agreed work. The window starts from your own inspection, and the estimate shows the figure before you decide.
What if my appliance needs a vent the chimney cannot provide?
Some appliances vent under pressure or condense their flue gases, and the chimney liner standard excludes those types. Their manuals specify their own vent systems. We explain this before any liner estimate is written, so nothing is bought in error.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- 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.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo