Chimney Cap Installation

What This Service Covers

Cap installation covers fitting a properly sized cap to the top of the flue, whether that's a single-flue cap on a masonry chimney or a full cap-and-mesh assembly on a factory-built system. The cap's screen keeps animals and debris out while still allowing smoke and gases to vent freely.

Signs You Need It

• No cap currently installed, or one that's visibly rusted through.
• Evidence of animals — nesting material, scratching sounds, or droppings in the firebox.
• Noticeably more rain or debris reaching the firebox than before.
• Frequent downdrafts pushing cold air or smoke back into the room.

Common Causes

Caps fail from straightforward rust and age, storm damage that bends or dislodges the mesh, or simply never having been installed on an older chimney built before caps were standard practice.

Our Process

We measure the flue opening, select a cap sized and styled for that specific chimney, and secure it for a tight, weatherproof fit. For chimneys with multiple flues, each one is capped individually so airflow isn't restricted.

Why Climate Matters Here

Humid, storm-prone climates corrode metal caps faster than drier ones, while caps in any climate are the first line of defense against the kind of water intrusion that leads to a much bigger leak repair later — it's one of the lowest-cost ways to prevent a larger problem.