Chimney Removal in Queens & Long Island
If a chimney no longer vents anything and is deteriorating, removing it can be more sensible than repairing it. We take it down below the roofline and leave the roof opening ready to be patched.
What is chimney removal?
Many homes have chimneys that no longer vent anything — the boiler was replaced with a direct-vent unit or the fireplace was closed off. Unused chimneys still need maintenance and can leak.
Removing it, usually down below the roofline, can make more sense than repeated repairs. We first confirm nothing still vents into it.
Warning signs
- The chimney no longer serves any appliance
- It's deteriorating and leaking
- You're replacing the roof and want it gone
- It's leaning or unstable
How SkyFlue does it
- 1Confirm it's unusedWe check that no appliance vents into it.
- 2Clear written estimateYou get a written estimate describing the work before anything starts.
- 3Take it downRemoved to below the roofline or as agreed.
- 4Prepare the roofThe opening is left ready for your roofer to patch.
What affects the scope
- How far down it's removed
- Chimney size
- Debris removal
- Coordination with your roofer
When to call
Call if you have a chimney you no longer use that's costing you in repairs or leaks.
Call (934) 271-0372Chimney Removal FAQ
Can I remove a chimney I don't use?+
Usually, once we confirm no appliance vents into it.
Do you remove it all the way down?+
Most removals go below the roofline. Full removal depends on the structure and your plans.
Who patches the roof?+
We leave the opening ready, and your roofer patches the roof.
Is removal better than repair?+
If the chimney has no use and keeps needing repairs, removal can make more sense. We'll explain both options.