Chimney chase cover replacement for homes in Victoria Park
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
What a worn chase cover looks like in Victoria Park
- Holes rusted through the cover
- Gap around the pipe collar
- Soft siding just below the top
- Chimney pipe leaning in its collar
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Chase cover details that decide the result
A sagging middle and what holds it up
A wide chase top with no support under the cover can sag over time. Water then collects in the dip, and the metal corrodes faster where it sits. Stepping on the cover during roof work speeds up the sag.
One chimney maker's instructions allow non-combustible supports to be added under the chase top parts, as long as the required ventilation is kept. We look at whether your chase needs that kind of support. If it does, the estimate describes it, and the new cover is shaped so water leaves the top.
Lifted edges and loose screws
Wind works at the edges of a chase cover. Once a screw pulls loose or corrodes through, the skirt can lift slightly, and each gust lifts it a little more. Water then blows under the edge and runs down the inside of the wall.
Loose edges can often be heard before they are seen, as a tapping or banging on windy days. Mention it when you call. We check the fasteners, the wood they grip and the shape of the skirt. If the skirt is bent or the wood beneath is soft, refastening alone will not hold.
Chase tops on a maintenance visit
On a maintenance visit, we look at the cover for standing water and corrosion and check the fasteners and skirt. The sealant and storm collar around the pipe get a look as well, since joints there tend to open first.
Catching a backed-out screw or a cracked bead of sealant is a small job compared with drying out a soaked chase. We sort what we see into items worth doing soon and items to watch. Any repair beyond a quick adjustment waits for your approval.
Parts from one chimney system at the top
A factory-built chimney is tested as a set of parts from one maker. Mixing a storm collar, cap or chase top part from another system is not allowed unless the listing says so. A part that looks similar may not match the pipe's dimensions or its tested clearances.
When a listed part at the chase top needs replacing, we identify the chimney maker and order from that system or its approved alternatives. The estimate names the part and its source. We do not adapt parts from another brand to make them fit.
What the free chase cover inspection checks
- Outside size of the chase top
- Screened lid section where listed
- Temporary cover over the open chase
- Written record of the cover work
Chase cover FAQs for homes in Victoria Park
Can a corroded cover be patched rather than replaced?
Small repairs can buy time on a cover that is otherwise sound. A cover with holes, a dished middle or thin metal throughout usually needs replacing, because patches over corrosion tend to trap water. We show you the condition before you choose.
Why does water sit on top of my chase cover?
Flat covers, and covers that have sagged, hold water instead of shedding it. Standing water speeds up corrosion and can eventually find a way into the chase. A replacement with cross-breaks or a slope, plus a drip edge, moves the water off.
What will the written record show after the job?
The cover's metal and gauge, its shape, how it was fastened and sealed, what happened to the storm collar and cap, and anything we saw but did not repair. Keep it with your other house papers.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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Copperfield Chimney Supply 
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