Chicagoland Furnace & Water Heater Relining: Call Leonard & Sons for Quality Service
The chimney connected to your fireplace or stove isn’t the only chimney working hard to prevent fire and carbon monoxide hazards – your furnace and water heater chimneys do this same job, as well. And like the chimney venting your fireplace or stove, the chimney venting your water heater or furnace can be damaged and need relining. Just as you would trust Leonard & Sons to reline your fireplace’s chimney, you can count on us for furnace flue relining and water heater relining, as well.
We’re Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) certified chimney and venting repair specialists, and we’re experienced and equipped to install a new liner for your furnace or water heater. Whether you have a gas, oil, or wood-burning water heater or furnace, we’re here to help. Call or reach out online now.
When Should I Reline My Furnace or Water Heater Chimney Flue?
It’s easy to put anything to do with your furnace or water heater out of mind – that is, until you find yourself without heat or hot water. Stay ahead of the game, by keeping these relining signs and tips in mind:
- When it comes to safely venting your water heater or furnace, one of the most important things is ensuring that the flue is the right size for the attached appliance. If your flue is incorrectly sized, we can reline with a liner that will improve safety and performance.
- If you change fuel types, your existing liner may not be equipped to take on the heat or byproducts produced, and you may need to have the flue relined.
Corrosive byproducts are produced by all fuel types, and if the flue is not regularly cleaned, these byproducts can lead to holes, cracks, flammable buildup, and erosion, leaving the flue liner ineffective and unsafe. Reline at the first sign of damage to avoid further issues.
Is It Dangerous To Use My Furnace or Water Heater With a Damaged Flue
Yes, it’s definitely not recommended to use your furnace or water heater with a damaged flue. The chimney flue plays a crucial role in venting harmful byproducts of combustion, such as carbon monoxide, water vapor, and other gases, safely out of your home.
If the flue is damaged, these byproducts may not be properly vented, which can lead to several risks, such as:
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Increased risk of house fires
- Moisture damage and further corrosion
- Appliance inefficiency
- Toxic gas backdrafting
Call Us Soon
If you think you may need to have your furnace or water heater venting relined, give Leonard & Sons Building Service a call at 847-658-7659 or fill out our online scheduling form. We have years of experience and we’re knowledgeable and up to date on all the latest safety information and codes.
Whether it’s your heater or your chimney that need relining, we are here to help! Don’t leave the safety of your home to the inexperienced – call on a third generation, family-owned and- operated business with a reputation for taking great care of customers throughout Chicagoland. We’re here to serve you.
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