Cap and chase cover storm repairs in Coconut Grove
We describe the condition we find, keep old defects apart from new ones and price each repair plainly.
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After a storm, what to look for first
- Chimney cap missing after the wind
- Torn screen on the chimney cap
- Chimney top leaning or out of line
- Leaves and twigs in the fireplace
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After-storm chimney work for homes in Coconut Grove
The storm collar on a metal flue
On a factory-built chimney, a storm collar sits on the pipe just above the chase cover. It sheds water away from the gap where the pipe passes through. Instructions for a listed chimney system can call for it to be sealed to the pipe with a waterproof sealant.
Wind can loosen the collar or crack its seal, and water then runs down the pipe into the chase. We check the collar, its bolt and its seal. A sound collar is reset and resealed. A bent one is replaced with the part the chimney maker lists.
The written record of storm repairs
When the work is done, you receive a written record of it. It lists the parts we repaired or replaced, the materials used and the way each new part is fastened.
It also notes anything we saw and left outside the job, such as roof covering or interior finishes, and anything we could not see. Keep it with other house records. It helps with later maintenance visits, shows exactly what was done after the storm and gives anyone who works on the chimney later a clear starting point.
Storm checks flue by flue
Some chimneys carry several flues, one for a fireplace and others for appliances. After a storm, each flue is checked on its own, because damage to one does not mean damage to all.
A multi-flue cap may cover them all, or each may have its own cap. We check every flue opening for damage and debris, and note what each one serves. Repairs are listed flue by flue, so you can see which part of the chimney each one concerns. A flue that serves an appliance is not covered in any way that would block it.
Wet framing under a lost chase cover
When a chase cover is lost or lifted, rain runs straight onto the top of the framing. Wood that stays wet can soften and rot, and water can travel down inside the chase.
We check the top plates and sheathing we can reach and note any softness or staining. Framing that is only damp may dry once the chase is covered. Framing that has softened needs repair before a new cover goes on. Chase framing repair is its own item on the estimate, with what we saw written beside it.
Storm repair scope for Coconut Grove homes
- Replacement cap sized to the flue
- Loose top courses relaid
- Storm debris cleared from flue and firebox
- Written record of the storm repairs
Common storm damage chimney questions
Should I climb up to check the chimney after a storm?
No. A wet roof after a storm is dangerous, and loose masonry can shift under a hand or foot. Look from the ground, note what you see and let us check the chimney top with proper access.
What if my roofer also needs to work around the chimney?
We coordinate so the flashing and the roof covering go in the right order. Roof covering work belongs to your roofer. Our estimate shows which chimney items we cover and where the two jobs meet.
Are storm repairs covered by a warranty?
Our workmanship warranty covers the repairs we carry out. If one of those repairs gives way, call us and we return to check it. Temporary covers are not permanent repairs, and we explain what they are meant to do.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Flue RepairAssess repairs to damaged existing flue linings and distinguish them from a new liner installation.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Chimney Chase Cover ReplacementReplace the chase top with a properly planned cover and clearly defined pipe connections.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo