Chase cover repair or a new cover in San Marco Island
A made-to-measure cover, fastened into sound framing and backed by our workmanship warranty.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Chase cover trouble visible from the yard
- Storm collar slipped or missing
- Metal banging on the chase in wind
- Cracked sealant around the pipe
- Cover smaller than the chase top
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Our chase cover process for homes in San Marco Island
The sheathing edge at the chase top
Under the siding, the chase walls are sheathed with panels that end at the top of the framing. That top edge is often the first wood to take water from a leaking cover. It can swell, delaminate or rot while the siding outside still looks fine.
We look at the sheathing edge when the old cover is off. If it is damaged, we say so and explain what repair it needs. That repair is listed on its own line. A new cover over swollen or rotten sheathing will not sit flat and may not hold its fasteners.
The open chase is covered at day's end
Between removing the old cover and fitting the new one, the top of the chase is open. Rain and debris can drop straight in. We do not leave it that way overnight.
At the end of each work day, the open top is covered so the chase stays dry until work resumes. If there is a wait for a made-to-measure cover or for framing repair, we explain how the top will be protected in between. That protection is part of how we work, and it is described in the scope of the job.
How the inspection discount applies to a chase cover
The offer ties to your own inspection date. Any service you give the go-ahead for inside 72 hours of your free inspection is 10% off. That can be the cover alone or the cover with other items from the same estimate.
There is no clock running on the page and no one waiting at the door for an answer. Take the time you need. If you decide after the window, the estimate holds at its written figure, and the work is carried out the same way.
Looking at the pipe where it passes through
While the cover is off, the chimney pipe at the top of the chase is easy to see. We look at its outer casing for corrosion, dents and loose joints, and at whether it stands straight in the opening.
The pipe belongs to the chimney system, so its parts follow the maker's instructions. If a section looks damaged, we tell you and explain what replacement would involve. We do not hide pipe damage under a new cover. It is noted in the findings and priced separately if you decide to go ahead.
Chase cover scope, line by line
- Cross-breaks or slope to shed water
- Listed chase top parts for the chimney
- Second hole for another vent
- Support under a wide cover
Chase cover questions, answered for San Marco Island
Can the existing cap stay on the chimney pipe?
It can, if it is sound and is the cap listed for that chimney. We check it while we are up there. A damaged cap, or one that does not belong to the system, is noted as a separate item for you to decide on.
Should I paint my old chase cover to slow the corrosion?
Paint can slow surface corrosion on a cover that is otherwise sound, but it does not close holes or fix a flat top that holds water. We tell you honestly whether paint is worth it or the cover is past that point.
Is a same-day chase cover fitting available?
Same-day service is available when the schedule allows, but most covers are made after measuring. We tell you at the inspection whether a same-day fitting is realistic for your chase and how the top is protected meanwhile.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Chimney RepairAssess storm-related chimney concerns and distinguish temporary protection from permanent component repair.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo