A properly sized, continuous liner is the backbone of a safe, efficient chimney. If your Bristol, CT home has an older clay‑tile flue, has changed fuels, or shows cracked tiles and missing joints, a stainless steel reliner may be the smartest upgrade you can make. It protects the masonry, improves draft, and brings your venting system in line with modern appliance needs.
Bristol Chimney Works installs insulated, stainless steel liners sized to the connected appliance—wood stove, insert, furnace, or water heater. We remove obstructions, set and insulate the liner, secure terminations, and document the installation with photos and a written summary for your records.
Relining often pairs well with smoke chamber parging and top‑sealing damper upgrades, creating a tighter, safer, and easier‑to‑light system that resists moisture and downdrafts.
Cracked, Missing, or Misaligned Tiles: Gaps allow heat transfer and can expose surrounding materials to elevated temperatures.
Fuel or Appliance Changes: Switching from oil to gas or adding a stove/insert typically requires a liner sized to the new appliance for proper draft.
Poor Draft or Excessive Condensation: Oversized or damaged flues struggle to warm up and can produce water issues and poor performance.
After a Chimney Fire: High heat events can damage tiles and mortar joints beyond safe use.
We specify high‑quality, UL‑listed stainless steel liners—rigid or flexible depending on offsets and geometry—and insulate as needed to improve draft and reduce condensation. Terminations include fitted caps and, when chosen, top‑sealing dampers that tighten the system when not in use.
Evaluation & Sizing: We assess appliance requirements, measure the flue, and plan a liner path. We confirm clearance needs and discuss insulation options.
Prep & Access: We clear obstructions, remove old debris, and, if necessary, open limited access points to set a smooth path for the liner.
Install & Insulate: We set the stainless liner, insulate as specified, secure at the appliance, and seal transitions. At the top, we finish with a proper termination and cap.
Verification & Documentation: We verify continuity and fit, then provide photos and a written summary of the installation for your records.
More Reliable Draft: A properly sized, insulated path warms quickly and pulls steadily.
Reduced Odor & Moisture: Tighter systems limit condensation and creosote odors.
Extended Chimney Life: The liner shields masonry from heat and byproducts, slowing deterioration.
Peace of Mind: Clear documentation and a system matched to your appliance.
Do you always insulate the liner? We recommend insulation when space and clearances allow because it improves performance and reduces condensation.
Can you reline for gas appliances? Yes. Gas‑rated liners and terminations are selected to match manufacturer requirements.
If you’re upgrading an appliance, buying a home, or seeing draft problems, ask us to evaluate your flue. Call (860) 362‑9193 or request a quote online.