Chimney damper replacement for homes in Kendale Lakes
For homes in Kendale Lakes, damper work comes with upfront pricing and a written record of the work.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Damper trouble that shows at the handle
- Plate will not open past halfway
- Rattling above the fireplace on windy days
- Control that needs force to move
- Cooled air drifting up the flue
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Fixing the damper you already have
Smoke at the top of the fireplace opening
Smoke rolling out under the lintel has several possible causes, and the damper is only one of them. A plate that opens partway, drops during a fire or has a bent edge can narrow the throat. So can debris that the plate has pushed onto the shelf.
We separate a damper fault from other causes before quoting. With the fire out, we check the plate's full travel and position. If the damper opens properly and smoke still spills, we explain what else may be involved and whether it belongs to a different service. You get a straight answer about what damper repair can and cannot fix.
Setting a new frame in the throat
A replacement frame has to sit firmly in the throat so the plate closes squarely against it. Setting it may mean removing some mortar or brick around the old frame and resetting it afterward. Joints close to the fire are made with a mortar rated for that heat, following the product instructions.
We keep the disturbance as small as the job allows. Any firebrick that must come out is noted on the estimate, along with how it will be reset. If the throat masonry turns out to be weaker than expected, we stop and explain before going further.
Find the rating plate before you call
Factory-built fireplaces carry a label, often called a rating plate, with the brand, model and serial number. One manufacturer's owner manual places it in the control area of the fireplace. Replacement parts are ordered by those numbers.
If you can, read the label to us when you call, or keep the owner manual handy. It lets us check the damper blade and control parts for your model before the visit. If the label is missing or unreadable, we look for other identifying marks during the free inspection.
A rarely used fireplace still needs a working damper
Even a fireplace that is almost never lit relies on its damper every day. Closed, it keeps room air in and outside air out. Open or missing, it lets both move freely through the flue.
If you rarely use the fireplace, a damper that closes well matters more than one that opens smoothly. We check both movements and tell you whether the plate closes squarely. A repair aimed at the closed position may be smaller than you expect, and it is priced on its own.
Damper work priced item by item
- Plate re-hung on its pivots
- Written record of the damper work
- Free written estimate before any work
- Separate prices for any added items
Damper questions worth asking
Can a rusted damper plate be saved, or must it go?
Often it can be saved. Light rust cleans off, and seized pivots can usually be freed. A plate that has rusted through, split or warped badly is replaced. We show you which case applies during the free inspection.
Is it normal for a fireplace damper to show some rust?
Yes. A damper sits where heat and moisture meet, so light surface rust is common. Deep scale, pitting or holes are not normal. They usually point to water reaching the plate from above.
Is a warped damper plate a safety problem?
It can be. A warped plate may bind before it opens fully, which can send smoke into the room, and it leaves gaps when closed. We check whether it still works safely and whether it should be replaced.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace VentingAssess and repair the gas fireplace vent arrangement using components suited to the identified system.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Chimney RepairAssess storm-related chimney concerns and distinguish temporary protection from permanent component repair.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo