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 April 01, 2025

Reviewed in September 2017
The men were extremely near and left no mess in the house nor the yard. The cap had to be custom made and they returned to install it as soon as it was available. The even worked on the installation after it started raining. Would definitely recommend.
Chimney Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2012
They did a complete tear off and install. The did a very good job. They gave us a detailed estimate and they stuck to it. I would recommend them.
Complete Exteriors
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Reviewed in January 2012
I have successfully used Jim for many years now to service our chimney. He is always prompt, courteous, professional, and thorough in his work. Really it's a "No Brainer" for excellent chimney service to use Jim. You won't find a more competent chimney sweep. He takes care of the surrounding...
SANTA'S FRIEND CHIMNEY SERVICE
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Reviewed in August 2013
Chimney Sweep Solutions cleaned my chimney. They were looking at chimney's throughout the neighborhood and they noticed my chimney did not have a cap on it. He offered a cleaning service and the placement of a chimney cap to prevent birds etc... out. They did a great job. The only reason I gave...
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Reviewed in March 2012
He did the job, left me an invoice in the door and he was very nice and professional. He's a very sweet guy. he also swept the chimney, then went back and did more work including putting flashing on top. It was a little expensive but hey I can't reach the chimney. He has all the equipment he...
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Reviewed in November 2018
If I could have this experience every time I tried to hire someone to do something, I would have much more faith in humanity. Things went very, very well. He inspected the chimney, made a recommendation, quoted a price, I asked him to add a couple of services -which- he did and almost the entire...
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Reviewed in July 2012
Everything went excellent. Its service like you used to get 30 years ago. He was good about helping us get a bargain which saved use money They are also a local company.
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Reviewed in March 2019
Fantastic! We have had ongoing problems with small leaks which were patched over the years by a different company. However, with the increasingly severe heavy deluges of rain, sometimes with winds causing hard driven horizontal rain water, in the past two or three years, we needed some top...
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Reviewed in February 2012
Got name from Angie's List Asked to be emailed Next day was contacted by Jim with Santa's Chimney asking for details Responded promptly with date to view problem & quote Came out on day scheduled Sent me a complete write up on how to fix the problem with photos attached...
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Reviewed in September 2014
Provider called days before to notify us of when he would be there and what would take place.
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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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