Chase cover repair or a new cover in Ojus
Homes in Ojus with framed chimneys get a cover measured on the roof, not guessed from the yard.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Chase cover faults worth a call in Ojus
- Rust streaks down the chase siding
- Rust flakes inside the fireplace
- Loose screws along the skirt
- Chimney pipe leaning in its collar
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A made-to-measure chase cover in Ojus
Cover, collar and storm collar work as a set
A chase top is really three parts working together. The cover spans the box. A raised collar around the hole lifts the opening above any water on the cover. A storm collar clamped to the pipe sits over that raised collar and sheds rain away from the joint.
If one part fails, the other two cannot make up for it. A new cover with an old, loose storm collar can still leak at the pipe. We check all three during the free inspection and tell you which ones need replacing, so the estimate covers the whole joint rather than one piece of it.
Cover replacement and chase repair are separate jobs
A chase cover is sheet metal. The box beneath it is wood framing, sheathing and an outside finish. A long leak past a failed cover can rot that wood. Fixing the wood is a different job with its own skills and materials.
We keep the two apart on the estimate. The cover replacement is priced on its own, and any framing, sheathing or siding repair appears as chase repair, with a description of what we found. You can then see whether you are paying for a new lid, a repaired box or both.
When the house sits empty for long stretches
In a house that is empty for months, a leaking chase can go unnoticed until the stain on the ceiling is large. Water has time to soak the framing, and nobody hears the loose cover tapping in the wind.
Before a long absence, a look at the chase top can head off surprises. Let us know the dates you will be away, who holds a key and the best way to send findings to you. We check the cover, fasteners and sealant and write up anything that needs a decision.
Seams and corners in coastal exposure
Salt collects where water lingers, and on a chase cover that means the seams, the corners and the base of the collar. An open or poorly sealed seam holds salty moisture against the metal long after the rest of the cover has dried.
For a chase near the coast, we pay particular attention to how the new cover's seams are made. Welded or well-sealed seams leave fewer places for salt to sit. The estimate states the seam construction, and we explain why it matters more in that exposure than it might inland.
Included in your chase cover visit in Ojus
- Listed chase top parts for the chimney
- Fastener type and spacing on the skirt
- Chimney label and model details
- Old metal and sealant hauled away
Worth knowing before a chase cover is replaced
Do you make chase covers to measure?
Yes. Chases vary in size and pipe position, so most covers are made to the measurements we take on the roof. That can mean one visit to measure and another to fit, and we explain the sequence at the start.
Do I need to be home while the chase cover is replaced?
Not for all of it. The work is on the roof, but we may want to look at the fireplace and any ceiling stains inside. Tell us when booking how to reach you and how to access the property.
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 Ojus and bring the right gear.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Damper Repair and ReplacementRestore a usable damper mechanism after checking the plate, frame and control linkage.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo