Smoke Chamber Repair: What You Can't See Can Hurt You
The smoke chamber is the funnel-shaped area above your firebox that directs smoke and gases into the flue. Decades of intense heat and corrosive byproducts cause cracks and deterioration in this critical, hard-to-see area. These defects are a direct pathway for chimney fires to escape the flue and ignite your home's framework.
Accelerated Chimney Fires: A rough, cracked surface allows creosote to build up rapidly, providing fuel for a fire.
Structural Fire Hazard: Over 60% of chimney fires that spread to the house originate from damage in the smoke chamber.
Poor Performance: Gaps and rough surfaces disrupt airflow, leading to a smoky room and inefficient fires.
Carbon Monoxide Exposure: Defects can allow CO and other toxic gases to seep into your home.
We apply HeatShield®, a specialized ceramic sealant, to completely restore your smoke chamber. This process seals all cracks and voids and smooths the chamber surface, immediately improving safety and chimney efficiency.
Deep cleaning of the smoke chamber to remove all soot and creosote.
Application of the HeatShield® sealant to fill every crack and gap.
Parging (smoothing) the chamber surface for improved airflow and safety.
A video post-inspection to verify complete and proper coverage.