Is it worth capping a chimney?

<div>Yes, it’s worth capping a chimney. Here are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-reasons-install-chimney-cap.htm">reasons to install a chimney cap</a>:<ul><li>Keep out rain, snow, wildlife, and other debris</li><li>Help prevent chimney fires</li><li>Reduce your chimney’s exposure to moisture</li><li>Maintain your chimney flue liner</li><li>Help reduce energy bills by helping regulate your home’s temperature</li></ul></div>

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Q: How much does a chimney cap cost?

<div>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-replace-cap-and-3-feet-bricks-chimney.htm">chimney cap costs</a> about $300 on average. The prices range from about $75 to $1,000, depending on the material, size, any repairs needed, and if your chimney cap requires custom fabrication. Chimney caps are usually made from galvanized steel, copper, or stainless steel. Additional costs may include hiring a chimney sweep to clean the chimney before a cap is installed. </div>

Q: Is it worth capping a chimney?

<div>Yes, it&rsquo;s worth capping a chimney. Here are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-reasons-install-chimney-cap.htm">reasons to install a chimney cap</a>:<ul><li>Keep out rain, snow, wildlife, and other debris</li><li>Help prevent chimney fires</li><li>Reduce your chimney&rsquo;s exposure to moisture</li><li>Maintain your chimney flue liner</li><li>Help reduce energy bills by helping regulate your home&rsquo;s temperature</li></ul></div>

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Last update on March 31, 2025

Reviewed in June 2017
Kevin did an excellent job and I was very impressed with his knowledge of chimney systems and professionalism. I am considering the repairs that he recommended.
ARC Chimney Sweeps
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Reviewed in May 2021
We had an excellent experience with Garcia Roofing from obtaining the estimate of cost to the completion of the job. They were professional and did a fantastic job. Everyone that we dealt with at Garcia was friendly and very helpful to us. The crew worked extremely hard, arrived early each day...
Garcia Roofing
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Reviewed in December 2020
From beginning to end their service was professional and informative. The sales rep came to my residence and walked me thru the entire process. The workers came thru and put a new roof on my house in about 10 hours or less. They left no debris behind and were it not for the new roof you would...
Garcia Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2019
Garcia Roofing staff were professional, dependable, and customer service oriented. I highly recommend them.
Garcia Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2013
They were great. We called them and they set up a time. They came out and gave us a quote, which was very reasonable. They told me how long it would be. I don’t think it took but about a week. They had to make it; it's a metal thing on top. They came and put it on. They were very professional...
Garcia Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2008
Noticing bricks in the firebox of our fireplace loose and shifting, I called a chimney sweep who was advertised in the yellow pages as being licensed, bonded, certified and experienced. His ad was in the prominent upper right hand portion of the right sided page of the Yellow Pages, and the ad...
Basic Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in December 2008
Our entire experience with the company was excellent from start to finish. We had called another company that had previously done work for us and they flat out told us that they have enough business in Baton Rouge and would not come out to Baker. I called Basic Chimney and they had no problem...
Basic Chimney Sweep
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Reviewed in April 2017
I'll admit I was a little terrified of dealing with the insurance claim and the whole process of a new roof, but the folks at Garcia made it incredibly easy. They finished everything when they said they would, cleaned up everything (unlike some other workers I've had), and did a wonderful job....
Garcia Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2014
After purchasing a Big Deal on Angie's List, Edgar and Byron contacted me immediately to schedule an inspection of the job. They showed up right on time, made a detailed inspection of the job and we arranged a date to perform the work. The crew was punctual, worked quickly and efficiently,...
Samayoa Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in June 2016
The process went extremely well. The estimator came out to my house the same day, was prompt and explained all the details of items that needed replacing. Once my insurance company approved the work, Garcia started the work as soon as the materials arrived. The new chimney and chimney surround...
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Chimney cap services FAQs

Chimney caps may be installed by a few different professionals, including a chimney sweep or a mason that specializes in fireplaces and chimneys. A gas fireplace technician is the best person to install a chimney cap on a gas log fireplace vent to be sure the cap is appropriate for the application.

Typically, a chimney cap will last from three to 25 years. This wide range is due to variables like climate, the material the cap is made from, and how often you use your fireplace. Regular inspections and maintenance can help extend the life of your chimney cap.

A chimney cap costs about $300 on average. The prices range from about $75 to $1,000, depending on the material, size, any repairs needed, and if your chimney cap requires custom fabrication. Chimney caps are usually made from galvanized steel, copper, or stainless steel. Additional costs may include hiring a chimney sweep to clean the chimney before a cap is installed.

Yes, it’s worth capping a chimney. Here are several reasons to install a chimney cap:

Keep out rain, snow, wildlife, and other debris
Help prevent chimney fires
Reduce your chimney’s exposure to moisture
Maintain your chimney flue liner
Help reduce energy bills by helping regulate your home’s temperature

The best style of chimney cap for a brick chimney is one that fits tightly around the brick top of the chimney. The cap should have a screen to fully enclose it to keep animals out. The best materials include stainless steel, copper, or aluminum that fit tightly or are custom fabricated for a perfect fit on your chimney.

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