Chimney chase cover service for Engelwood Park

Protecting the chase while the cover is made

When the old cover is leaking badly, the wait for fabrication is a fair concern. If temporary protection is needed between the measuring visit and installation, we explain what it will be and what it can and cannot do. A temporary measure limits exposure while leaving the corrosion and any damage beneath it for the permanent repair. If we advise it, keep the fireplace unused until the new cover and any related work are complete. We do not charge for temporary protection as though it were the repair, and the estimate keeps the two apart.

Gaps that let animals into the chase

A cover that no longer fits tightly, a skirt pulled away from the siding or a missing storm collar can leave openings at the top of the chase. Birds, squirrels and other animals use such gaps to reach the enclosure. If you have heard activity, tell us before any work, because an occupied space has to be handled before it is closed. Once the chase is clear, the new cover and a sound cap close the entry points.

Comparing two chase cover quotes

Two quotes can both say chase cover replacement and describe very different jobs. Our estimate lists each of these items in plain language so a side-by-side comparison is easy. A lower price that leaves out the storm collar or uses a thinner sheet is a different job, even if both say chase cover.

• The metal and its grade, and the sheet thickness
• How the top is shaped to drain, and the collar height
• Skirt depth, drip edge and fasteners
• Whether the storm collar and cap are included
• How hidden damage under the old cover will be handled

When a home inspector flags the chase top

Home inspection reports often mention a rusted chase cover, staining or a missing storm collar. If you are buying or selling in Engelwood Park, an inspection from a chimney specialist gives a clearer picture of what the top needs and whether water has reached anything below it. We provide written findings and a separate estimate, which can help both sides of a sale settle the repair. If the closing date is close, tell us when you call so the inspection can be scheduled with that in mind.