A chimney liner is the protective channel that carries smoke and gases safely out of your home. When it cracks, corrodes, or is the wrong size, your chimney is no longer safe to use. Elite Sweepers installs new stainless-steel liners across Homer Glen and the Southwest suburbs, sized correctly for your wood, gas, or pellet appliance and built to last.
What a chimney liner does — and why it matters
The liner keeps intense heat away from the surrounding brick and framing, protects the masonry from corrosive combustion byproducts, and keeps carbon monoxide out of your living space. A cracked clay-tile liner or a deteriorated metal one lets heat and gases escape where they should not — a genuine fire and health hazard. Relining restores that protection.
Signs you need a new liner
- An inspection found cracked, gapped, or spalling flue tiles.
- You had a chimney fire, which commonly cracks clay liners.
- You are installing a new insert, stove, or furnace with a different flue size.
- You are converting from wood to gas, which needs a properly sized liner to vent safely.
- You see white staining, a persistent odor, or pieces of tile in the firebox.
Stainless-steel relining done right
We install food-grade stainless liners rated for your fuel, correctly sized so the appliance drafts properly — an oversized flue drafts poorly and an undersized one is unsafe. The liner is insulated where needed and topped with a proper cap. Done correctly, a stainless reline typically carries a long manufacturer warranty and lasts the life of the chimney.
Chimney relining across the Southwest suburbs
Elite Sweepers relines chimneys in Homer Glen, Lockport, Lemont, Orland Park, Mokena, New Lenox, Frankfort, and nearby towns. Every reline starts with an inspection so we install the right liner for your appliance, with an up-front price before any work begins.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my chimney needs relining?
Usually a Level 2 inspection reveals it — cracked flue tiles, gaps, or corrosion. Relining is also standard when you install a new appliance or convert from wood to gas.
How long does a stainless liner last?
A quality stainless-steel liner, properly installed, often lasts the life of the chimney and typically comes with a long manufacturer warranty. Correct sizing and a good cap are what protect that lifespan.
Can a chimney be used without a liner?
No. An unlined or damaged-liner chimney is unsafe — it allows heat and combustion gases to reach the surrounding structure and can let carbon monoxide into the home.
Do I need to reline when converting to gas?
Usually yes. Gas appliances need a correctly sized, corrosion-resistant liner to vent safely, because the flue for a wood fireplace is often too large for a gas unit.
Will a chimney fire crack my liner?
It often does. The rapid, intense heat of a chimney fire commonly cracks clay tiles, which is why NFPA calls for a Level 2 inspection afterward and relining is frequently required.
How long does relining take?
Many relines are completed in a day, though complex chimneys or added masonry work can take longer. We give you a realistic timeline after inspecting.
Is relining covered by insurance?
If the liner was damaged by a sudden event like a chimney fire or storm, it may be covered. Gradual wear usually is not. We document damage with photos to support a claim.
How much does chimney relining cost?
It depends on the liner length, diameter, insulation, and appliance. We provide an up-front price after inspection; see our pricing page for starting rates.
Reline your chimney safely
Up-front pricing, careful work, and a real person on the phone — 7 days a week, 7 AM to 7 PM.
Call (708) 432-3977