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 December 2024
Highly recommend Disciple Masonry. I had stone pointing completed at the front of my house, chimney repointed, crown replaced, and cap added. Everyone on the team is professional, responsive, and courteous. Nathan on the office side does a great job with follow-up and keeping you informed....
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Reviewed in August 2024
Chris is always prompt, professional, and friendly. He helped us out of a really difficult situation last year with our chimney and this year, at our new house, completed a repoint and cap crown to help us firm up the roof. Would absolutely hire again. A pleasure to work with.
Clark Chimney & Masonry
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Reviewed in July 2024
Chris and his crew were excellent. The extent of Chris' knowledge was quite impressive. He made me feel like I was finally in good hands by showing and thoroughly discussing everything he found. During his inspection he checked every possible issue that could be causing the problems. He...
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Reviewed in June 2024
Mr. Clark was responsive to my Angi request within an hour and was able to do a preliminary evaluation that same day. The three P's come to mind - Professional, Personable and PRICE.
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Reviewed in May 2024
Jacob did a great job. He is a polite young man who knows his craft. He is meticulous and dedicated to doing a great job. Pricing was competitive and reasonable. Definitely would hire him again.
Home & Hearth Chimney & Masonry Co
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Reviewed in July 2022
Rodney and his crew have done an excellent, no complaints. We are happy with the result. Believe we have made a good choice on Jamison Home Services
Jamison Home Svc LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Dan and Giovanni were at my home to install a chimney cap. Showed up in a timely manner. In and out! Very informative, courteous and professional!!
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Reviewed in August 2021
The tech, Daniel, was prompt, clean and provided me with an excellent explanation of what he found and what he recommended. He did a thorough inspection during which he found that the flue had seriously deteriorated over time. He showed me pics he had taken and explained the findings and the...
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Reviewed in July 2012
They are very straightforward, kind and did a beautiful job with both things. They also were clean and neat.
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Reviewed in January 2015
Mike and Kevin were just great. It was a 2 day job and they left everything very neat after the first day. On the second day the weather was wet and they used tarps to protect my carpet and then cleaned up with their shop vac. I live in a condo association and am required to have my chimney...
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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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