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Chase Cover Replacement Huntingtown, MD
The chase cover on a Huntingtown home with a factory-built fireplace can be swapped for one that sheds water with a sloped top, drip edge and sealed collar around the flue. Dial (443) 968-7369 to talk with a local chimney pro about your chase.
Homes with prefab fireplaces often have a chimney chase, which is a framed box around the metal flue pipe. The top of the chase is sealed with a metal chase cover that has an opening for the flue pipe. It is what keeps rain and snow out of the chase.
Builder grade chase covers are usually galvanized steel cut flat across the top. Water pools on a flat galvanized top until rust sets in, and then it leaks. Rust stains on the siding are often the first visible sign of a failing cover.
Water that gets past the cover can do real damage inside the chase. Rotted framing, wet insulation, rusted firebox parts and water stains inside the house are all common results. The sooner the cover is replaced, the less damage there is to fix.
Chase Cover Replacement is often paired with chimney cap installation and chimney leak repair, depending on the cause.
Looking for Huntingtown chase cover replacement? Call (443) 968-7369 to talk to a local chimney sweep.
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The chase cover replacement process
A chase cover has to be sized to the chase and the flue, so measuring comes first.
Inspect the chase
The sweep checks the old cover, the storm collar, the cap and the siding near the top. Soft wood under the cover is a sign of a longer leak.
Measure the chase
The outside dimensions of the chase, the flue location and the collar size are measured. Most replacement covers are made to order.
Pull the cap
The cap comes off first, then the old cover is unscrewed and lifted away. Any damage underneath can then be seen.
Set the cover
The new cover goes on with a slope or cross break so water runs off, and a drip edge that sheds water away from the siding. Fasteners are placed so they do not create new leaks.
Finish the top
The cap is reinstalled and the collar sealed with high temperature sealant. The sweep makes sure water has nowhere to get in.
What is included
What chase cover replacement covers
Copper chase covers
Copper is a long lasting option for homes where looks matter.
Sloped tops
Shaped tops shed water instead of holding it so rust has less chance to start.
Drip edges
A hemmed drip edge on the skirt kicks water away from the siding instead of soaking into it.
Stainless steel chase covers
Stainless steel is the most common replacement material without needing paint.
Related service
Chimney Chase Repair Huntingtown, MD
Chase repair goes hand in hand with replacing a cover that has been leaking. The work may include new framing, new sheathing, siding repairs and drying or replacing insulation. The framed chase also needs proper flashing where it meets the roof.
Calling (443) 968-7369 from Huntingtown with details about stains or leaks helps the sweep plan the visit. Bigger framing repairs may involve a carpenter, while the cover and cap are handled by the sweep. The new cover should go on a sound chase.
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Chase Cover Replacement Near Me
Around Huntingtown, flat galvanized chase covers are a common source of leaks and rust stains. In Huntingtown and places nearby like Prince Frederick, Chesapeake Beach, Owings and Golden Beach, snow and rain sitting on flat chase tops speed up rust, which is why a chase cover is worth checking when the chimney is swept.
Searching for chase cover replacement near me from Huntingtown or Prince Frederick, Chesapeake Beach, Owings and Golden Beach? Call (443) 968-7369 to talk to a chimney sweep who works in your part of town.
Chimneys in this climate
The heating season here is shorter than up north, yet most winters bring plenty of cold nights by the fire. Temperatures cross the freezing mark again and again, which is hard on brick and mortar, and soaking rains in spring and fall test every crown and flashing joint. In summer, humidity and nesting animals become the bigger issue. People in Huntingtown, MD usually schedule their sweep in October or November.
Why call
Why fix it now
Safer fires
A chimney problem fixed early rarely spreads to the masonry, the liner or the house.
Sweeps who know Huntingtown
Chimney sweeps in Huntingtown know the chimneys and fireplaces common in local homes.
Straight answers
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Chase Cover Replacement FAQ
Why is there water in my prefab fireplace?
A failed chase cover is one of the most common causes of water in a factory-built fireplace. It can lead to rust, damaged panels and stains around the fireplace. Replacing the cover and storm collar usually stops it.
Can a leaking chase cover be repaired?
Patching a rusted chase cover is usually a short term fix. Replacing it with a sloped stainless or copper cover is the more lasting fix. Any rot underneath should be repaired at the same time.
What does a chase cover do?
The chase cover is the metal sheet that seals the top of a chimney chase, with an opening for the flue pipe. It keeps rain and snow out of the chase, which protects the framing and the fireplace below. The chimney cap is a separate part that sits on the flue above it.
Why are there rust streaks on my chimney siding?
Rust usually comes from a galvanized cover that has started to break down. Water pooling on a flat cover speeds up corrosion. The rust then runs down the siding as brown streaks.
How long does a stainless steel chase cover last?
A well made stainless or copper cover often outlasts the galvanized original by many years. Shape matters as much as material, since a sloped top sheds water. A yearly look at the chase top is a good habit.
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