Chimney and fireplace repair help for homes in Little Gables

Miami Chimney Repair is locally owned and family run, and when the schedule allows we offer same-day service, useful when a chimney cap has blown off or gone missing. A missing or bent cap lets rain, leaves and animals into a flue, so it is worth a quick call from Little Gables. The free inspection starts at the top, where we measure the flue, check how the old cap was fastened and look at the crown underneath it.

A new cap cannot hide a failing crown, and we quote the two separately so you can decide. Material matters more than looks on a cap. The American Galvanizers Association notes that galvanized steel lasts according to the corrosiveness of the air around it, while stainless steel comes in grades suited to different settings. Where a cap carries spark mesh, the Florida Building Code sets requirements for that screen, and the cap must leave enough open area for the flue beneath it.

We explain which metal we recommend for your chimney and the fasteners that should hold it, because mixing metals can speed corrosion. A chimney with more than one flue may need a cap that covers them all, and we show you why before you choose. Beyond caps, our work covers crowns, chase covers, flashing, masonry, liners, sweeping and fireplace service for wood, gas and electric units.

Each item on the estimate carries its own upfront price, and 10% comes off whichever ones you approve before the free inspection is 72 hours behind you. Let us know how to reach the roof and whether a gate or pet needs attention on the day. If an animal has already moved in, mention it, because removal comes before any new cap goes on.

We tidy the work area and haul the old cap and debris away when the job is done. You then get a written record of the work, and our workmanship warranty covers the installation.