Chimney chase cover replacement for homes in West Little River
The open chase is covered at the end of each day, and the old metal is hauled away.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Chase cover faults worth a call in West Little River
- Rust streaks down the chase siding
- Water pooling on top of the cover
- Cracked sealant around the pipe
- Cover smaller than the chase top
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Building a chase cover that sheds water
A drip edge that keeps water off the walls
Water leaving the cover has to go somewhere. Without a drip edge, it can curl back under the edge of the sheet and run down the chase walls, staining siding and soaking into joints. A drip edge is a small outward kick at the bottom of the skirt that throws water clear.
It is a simple detail, but it changes where the water lands. A cover maker's specification sheet lists it as an option. We include a drip edge on the covers we propose unless there is a reason not to, and we tell you what that reason is.
Galvanized covers and how they age
Galvanized steel is a common chase cover material. Its zinc coating protects the steel for a time, and how long depends on weather, rainfall and what the air carries. Once the zinc wears through, corrosion takes hold, especially where water sits.
A galvanized cover can be a fair choice on a chase that sheds water well, and it can be painted. It is not a buy-once item. We check the coating on your current cover for bare patches and holes. Then we explain what to expect from a new galvanized cover, without putting a number of years on it.
Cap height above the new cover
Chimney instructions can set how far the cap on the pipe must sit above the chase top flashing. A new cover built higher or with a taller collar than the old one can change that distance. So can a chase whose top has been built up during framing repair.
We check the cap height against the chimney instructions once the new cover is planned. If the pipe needs an extra section to keep the right height, we explain it before ordering. That part comes from the chimney's own system, and it appears on the estimate as its own item.
Shields at the top of the chase framing
Inside the top of the chase, some chimney systems use metal shields around the pipe to protect nearby framing. One maker's instructions place roof radiation shields at the top of the chase and state that they do not allow reduced clearances.
When the old cover is off, we can see whether the shields and spacers the chimney calls for are in place. If they are missing or damaged, we tell you. Any parts needed come from the chimney system, and they are priced separately from the cover.
What the free chase cover inspection checks
- Pipe hole position and diameter
- Skirt depth over the chase walls
- Storm collar fit and seal
- Workmanship warranty on the fitting
Common questions about chimney chase covers
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.
How does the inspection discount apply to a chase cover?
The window opens at your own free inspection and lasts 72 hours. Anything you approve from the estimate inside it, the cover included, is 10% off, and the written price holds if you decide later.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
- Spalling Brick Repair and Chimney Brick ReplacementReplace deteriorated chimney bricks while retaining suitable surrounding 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