A top-sealing damper fitted to your Washington Shores chimney
A damper that closes the whole flue. Free inspection in Washington Shores, then a clear written scope from our family team.
- Licensed & insured
- Locally run
- Family owned and operated
- Same-day service available
Damper details we put in writing in Washington Shores
None of this is guessed from the yard. Each point is confirmed at your Washington Shores home during the free inspection.
- Flue tile shape, size and height above the crown
- Cable route through the throat and any offset
- Roof access and protection of the roof surface
- Workmanship warranty and the maker's warranty terms
Top dampers fitted properly in Washington Shores
The parts of a damper installation in Washington Shores that decide whether it seals.
A cracked tile rim comes first
The pull of the cable puts load on the tile rim each time the lid closes. A cracked or spalled rim can break further under that load and let the frame work loose.
We look at the top of the tile closely during the inspection. Where it needs attention, that repair is quoted on its own line and done before the damper is set, so the new closure sits on something solid. A small chip at the edge can often be dressed, while a crack through the tile needs a proper repair first.
What happens to the existing cap
Many flues already have a cap, and a top damper may need it removed, changed or replaced by a combined unit. It depends on how the cap mounts and whether it leaves room for the lid to open.
We tell you in writing what happens to your current cap. If it can stay, that saves money. If it cannot, the removal and any new cap appear as their own lines, and the old cap is taken away. A cap that comes off in good condition can be left with you if you want it.
Repairing an existing top damper
Many top damper problems come down to a few parts, the gasket, the cable, the clamp or the spring. Where the maker still supplies them, repairing the damper can be good value.
We identify your model, check which parts are available and quote the repair next to a replacement. If the frame, lid and adhesive are sound, a repair is usually the sensible choice. Where parts are no longer made, we tell you and quote a replacement that fits the same flue.
Our 100% satisfaction guarantee
We want the damper to open when you release the handle, close firmly when you lock it and make sense to everyone in the house. If something about the installation is not right, tell us and we will make it right.
That promise comes from a family-owned business that depends on local word of mouth. It is backed by the written scope, so both of us know exactly what was agreed. A follow-up call after the first few fires is welcome, and so are any questions that come up.
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Before your damper installation in Washington Shores
If your damper question is not here, our Washington Shores team is a phone call away.
Does the old throat damper have to come out?
Not always. It can be left fully open, fixed open or removed, as long as it cannot close on the cable. We explain the plan for your plate before any work starts.
Do I have to open the top damper every time?
Yes. The damper must be opened before every fire by releasing the handle so the lid lifts. We show you how to check that it is open before lighting.
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- No hidden fees
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