New chimney caps installed for Windhover homeowners
Stainless steel or copper, bolt-on or crown-mounted, our Windhover pros explain the choice before a single fastener goes in.
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Cap details we put in writing in Windhover
Nothing on this list is guessed from the ground. We check it at the chimney top in Windhover during the free inspection.
- Cap metal, finish and lid style
- Removal and disposal of the old cap
- Condition of each flue tile rim
- Listed termination parts on a factory-built chimney
Chimney cap details that matter in Windhover
Our team in Windhover walks every homeowner through points like these.
Keeping fasteners back from the edge of the crown
HY-C's crown-mount instructions call for the edge of each flange to sit at least one inch from the edge of the crown, to help avoid cracking the concrete. That guidance is specific to its caps, and other makers set their own requirements.
In practice this means the cap footprint has to suit the crown as well as the flues. A crown that is narrow, chipped at the edges or already cracked may not offer a sound place for anchors. We measure it, follow the chosen product's instructions and tell you plainly when the crown needs repair before a crown-mounted cap goes on.
Putting one cover over several openings
A single outside-mount cap over two or three flues can look tidy and keep the whole crown drier. It only works when every flue it covers is suited to sharing that space and each still has the open area it needs.
We measure each outlet, note the height of each tile and check the spacing between them. The proposal explains whether one shared cover suits the chimney or whether individual caps on each flue are the better fit. Separate caps may cost more in parts, and we lay out both approaches so you choose with the reasons in front of you.
What the written cap estimate names
Your estimate lists the cap model and size, the base metal, the screen, the mounting method and the removal and disposal of the old cap. Separate items such as debris removal or crown repair appear on their own lines.
That format lets you see exactly what you are approving and compare it with another quote if you wish. We use upfront pricing with no hidden fees, and nothing beyond the approved scope is done without asking you first. Book within 72 hours after the inspection and Windhover homeowners see 10% off written into the estimate.
Insect nests tucked under the cap lid
Wasps and similar insects sometimes build nests under the lid of a cap, where they are sheltered from rain. A nest makes the cap harder to service and can be unpleasant near a window or patio.
We check under the lid during the inspection. When a nest is present, we explain how we will handle it before working on the cap. A properly sized screen keeps larger pests out of the flue, but it cannot stop insects from nesting on the outside of the lid. We tell you that plainly so expectations are realistic.
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Before your cap job in Windhover
If your question is not here, our Windhover team is a phone call away.
Do you replace caps on prefabricated metal chimneys?
Yes. A factory-built chimney takes the termination cap its manufacturer lists, so we identify the system and order the matching part. Decorative shrouds go on only when they are listed and labeled for that chimney.
Could a new cap make my fireplace draw worse?
A cap that is too small, set too low or fitted with too fine a screen can restrict the outlet. We check the cap against the code's open-area rules and the maker's data. Many draft problems come from elsewhere, and we tell you when that is the case.
Request your free estimate
Share the job details and arrange a free inspection with our local team.
- Free inspection
- No hidden fees
- Family owned and operated
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