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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Reviewed in August 2013
It went fine, but because of the cold weather, they had to delay building the chimney, because it was to cold for the concrete to cure.
Jamison Home Svc LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
They did an excellent job! They were very upfront and they told me everything that they were going to do. They explained everything for me. I am very pleased in having dealt with them. There were four men that came out to do the job and they were all very good and they explained everything and...
Bachman's Roofing Building & Remodeling Inc - Northeastern PA
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Reviewed in July 2017
They are really awesome. They have done such an excellent job. They will be replacing my whole roof later this year.
Romano Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
On "The Day," a local firm arrived promptly at 7:00 AM with the dumpster and the supplies arrived by truck at 7:30 AM and waited until 8:00 AM when the crew arrived. A little late but well within the allowable time frame. By 9:00 AM the dumpster had been deposited, the supplies had been...
Zimmerman's Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2020
Mark, the on-site representative, was professional and took the time to explain what work was needed.
Holencik Roofing
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Reviewed in July 2013
Alan Kunsman was the only contractor to submit a bid. I called 4 other masonry firms, but none submitted bids after they saw the chimney. (Guess the sight of my "risky" chimney scared most of them off.) It was fortuitous that I contracted with Alan Kunsman masonry services to do the work because...
Alan Kunsman Roofing & Siding Inc
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Reviewed in December 2017
Absolutely the only company I would use. I have used this company many times, and I have never been disappointed. They quickly responded to my request and the work was done almost immediately. The chimney was in serious disrepair and need to be rebuilt. New mortar and tuck work, new chimney...
Integrated Property Solutions Co
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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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