Stainless chase covers fitted in Belle Meade
Two pipes, odd shapes or a stucco chase, the cover is made to fit what is actually there.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Chase cover faults we repair in Belle Meade
- A sagging or dished chase top
- Gap around the pipe collar
- Cover shifted after a strong storm
- Siding stains that grow after rain
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What a new chase cover involves in Belle Meade
Sealant that stays flexible at the collar
The joints around the pipe can move as the metal heats and cools. The chimney instructions we work from call for a non-hardening waterproof sealant at those joints. A hard sealant, or a heavy smear of roofing cement, can crack and let water through.
We look at the old sealant around the collar and the storm collar during the inspection. Cracked, hardened or missing sealant is a common source of leaks even on covers that look sound. On a new cover, we use the type the chimney instructions call for and note it in the record of the work.
Copper covers and the metals they meet
Copper chase covers are often chosen for appearance, and they weather to a darker tone over time. Copper does not sit comfortably next to every metal. Where copper and another metal touch and stay wet, one of the two can corrode faster than it would on its own.
If you like the idea of copper, tell us early. We look at the pipe, the storm collar, the cap and any flashing nearby, and we explain whether copper can be isolated from them. The estimate names the copper cover and the fasteners chosen to suit it, so the decision is made with the details visible.
Planning changes to the fireplace below
If you are thinking of replacing the fireplace, changing how it is used or taking it out of service, mention it before the cover is ordered. A new appliance can bring a new chimney pipe, and a cover made for the old pipe may not suit it.
In that situation, a sensible option is a repair that keeps the chase dry for now, followed by a new cover made once the new chimney is chosen. We can price both paths side by side. You avoid buying a made-to-measure cover that has to be remade months later.
How the new cover looks from the street
A chase top is visible from the street, and a new cover changes how it looks. Stainless stays bright for a while, galvanized dulls to grey, and copper darkens. Painted covers can be matched to trim or roof colors.
Tell us if the look matters to you. We discuss finishes and edge profiles that suit the chase while keeping the shape that sheds water and the details the chimney instructions call for. Function comes first, but there is usually room to choose a finish you are happy with.
What the free chase cover inspection checks
- Collar height around each pipe
- Skirt depth over the chase walls
- Chimney label and model details
- Roof access planned around the chase
Answers about chase covers in Belle Meade
Which metal should a replacement chase cover be made from?
Galvanized, stainless and copper covers are all made. The choice depends on the chimney, the metals nearby, the look you want and the budget. We name the metal and its gauge on the estimate and explain why we suggest it.
Will a new cover stop the stains on my siding?
It should stop new rust from running down, if the old cover was the source. Existing stains stay until they are cleaned or weather away. We tell you whether the stains came from the cover or from another metal part.
What should I tell you when I call about the chase?
Describe what you see from the ground, any stains or water inside and whether the fireplace is used. Mention the chimney maker if you know it. With that, we can plan the visit to your home in Belle Meade and bring the right gear.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo