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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Reviewed in July 2022
I cannot say enough about how GREAT this company is! I have their "Home Confidence Plan! It's the best investment I ever made! Preston and his crew did an OUTSTANDING job! They came by last week and did my maintenance on my roof and gutters. We had a horrible wind storm the other day and there...
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Reviewed in March 2022
This is the 2nd time that I utilized the services for a Roof Tune Up. March brings heavy winds and sometimes you wake up in there is missing roof tiles. A good reason for a Roof Tune Up. Each time I refer my neighbor.Good professional and polite staff. I highly recommend the price is Right
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Reviewed in December 2021
AROCON is an OUTSTANDING company. I got the Home Confidence Plan from them. They come out twice a year to inspect and take pictures of the roof. They clean out all the gutters. I manage properties for a living and pride myself in keeping on top and performing preventive maintenance! This is an...
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Reviewed in October 2021
It went great. Zach and crew showed up on time, did a thorough inspection and addressed all issues. No pressure for additional services. They took photos of every instance they found.
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Reviewed in May 2021
Service went great. Available dates were a little backed up but reasonable. The technicians, Mikey and Garret, showed up on time and called with a 20 min ETA. Service was well explained, with pictures, and honest assessment of the roof's condition was given without aggressive upselling. Work was...
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Reviewed in April 2021
Very professional. Scheduling was a breeze and so were the techs (Mikey and Garrett) that came out to work on the property. I normally don't write reviews, but I was compelled to do so just based on how professional and on-point these folks were.
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Reviewed in March 2021
Arocon continues to exceed expectations. Their yearly service plan is well worth the money. The roof is one of the most important aspect of a house, and Arocon's service keeps me off the roof and provides peace of mind that my home is protected.
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Reviewed in April 2019
I called for a "roof tune-up" because I had some missing shingles and I received so much more. I received a complete write up of the status of the roof, information on not only the structure but how to maintain it. He checked the gutters and the chimney with the same knowledge base, and provided...
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Reviewed in November 2023
They were very good at their work, explaining step-by-step. What needs to be done I would use them again.
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Reviewed in April 2013
They were very good. They were really high quality and we haven’t had any problems. I was really impressed with their quality.
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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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