Chimney caps
The collar around the flue pipe is sealed, and the cap is replaced if it is worn to keep out animals and rain.
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Chase Cover Replacement Northbrook, IL
The chase cover on a Northbrook home with a factory-built fireplace can be swapped for one that sheds water before rust and standing water cause leaks into the chase and fireplace. Dial (224) 458-2675 to talk with a local chimney pro about your chase.
A chase is the boxed enclosure on the outside of a house that hides a factory-built chimney pipe, usually framed in wood and finished with siding or stone veneer. A chase cover is the metal lid on top of the chase, with a collar where the flue comes through. Its job is to keep water out of the framing and away from the fireplace below.
The cover that comes with most homes is a thin galvanized pan, frequently with no slope at all. A flat galvanized pan collects water, rusts through and stains the siding below. 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. It can rot the wood framing and sheathing, soak insulation, rust the metal fireplace and flue pipe and leave stains on ceilings or walls near the fireplace. The sooner the cover is replaced, the less damage there is to fix.
Depending on what the sweep finds, chase cover replacement in Northbrook, IL can go hand in hand with chimney cap installation and chimney leak repair.
Looking for Northbrook chase cover replacement? Call (224) 458-2675 and describe the problem to a chimney sweep who works in Northbrook.
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How chase cover replacement works
Replacing a chase cover is mostly about getting the fit right.
Check the top
The condition of the cover, collar and chase top is checked. Soft wood under the cover is a sign of a longer leak.
Size the cover
The outside dimensions of the chase, the flue location and the collar size are measured. Most replacement covers are made to order.
Remove the old cover
The cap and old cover are removed carefully so the flue pipe is not disturbed. This is the best time to look for rot.
Set the cover
A sloped stainless or copper cover is fitted and fastened through the side skirt. It is fastened through the skirt, not through the top.
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
Chase cover work
Skirt hems
A hemmed drip edge on the skirt kicks water away from the siding instead of soaking into it.
Copper tops
Copper covers last a long time and develop a patina over time that weathers to a natural color.
Sloped tops
Covers are made with a slope, cross break or raised center so water runs off which is the main fix for flat pans.
Stainless covers
A stainless cover holds up to weather for many years and do not leave rust streaks.
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Chimney Chase Repair Northbrook, IL
A failed chase cover can lead to damage inside the chase, from the framing to the fireplace. Common repairs include replacing rotted framing and sheathing, fixing or replacing siding, resealing trim and replacing wet insulation. The framed chase also needs proper flashing where it meets the roof.
Calling (224) 458-2675 from Northbrook with details about stains or leaks helps the sweep plan the visit. Some chase repairs need carpentry, so ask how that work is handled. The new cover should go on a sound chase.
Local help
Chase Cover Replacement Near Me
Chase covers in Northbrook face every kind of weather the year brings, from summer storms to winter snow. In Northbrook and places nearby like Deerfield, Glenview, Northfield and Glencoe, snow and rain sitting on flat chase tops speed up rust, so replacing an old cover before it fails saves a lot of repair work.
For chase cover replacement in Northbrook, IL or nearby towns like Deerfield, Glenview, Northfield and Glencoe, call (224) 458-2675 to reach a chimney sweep who covers your street.
What the local climate does to a chimney
This part of the country gets long winters, heavy snow in places and stretches of bitter cold. Heating systems and wood stoves work nearly nonstop for months, so flues collect creosote fast and liners and crowns see a lot of heat and cold. Snow drifting against the back of a chimney melts slowly and works water under tired flashing. Most chimney cleaning in Northbrook, IL happens right before the first snow.
Why call
Why not wait
Smaller repairs
Small chimney problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Local knowledge
Local sweeps see the same chimney types and weather wear across Northbrook and nearby towns.
Straight answers
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Common questions about chase cover replacement
How long does a stainless steel chase cover last?
A well made stainless or copper cover often outlasts the galvanized original by many years. A sloped design and drip edge help it last by keeping water moving. Inspections every year catch problems early.
What does a chase cover do?
A chase cover is the metal top on a framed chimney chase, the boxed enclosure around a factory-built chimney pipe. Its job is to keep water out of the framing, insulation and fireplace. The cap and cover work together to keep water out.
Can a leaking chase cover be repaired?
Small holes can sometimes be patched, but patches on a rusting galvanized cover rarely last. Most sweeps recommend replacement once rust has set in. The framing beneath should be checked while the cover is off.
Can water from a chase cover damage my fireplace?
A failed chase cover is one of the most common causes of water in a factory-built fireplace. That can rust the firebox, damage refractory panels and soak the area around the fireplace. The sweep will check the cover, collar and cap to find the source.
Why are there rust streaks on my chimney siding?
Builder grade chase tops are often galvanized steel, and they rust after years of weather. Water pooling on a flat cover speeds up corrosion. That rust washes down and stains the siding below.
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Often needed together
Chimney Cap Installation
Fitting a metal cap over the top of the flue to keep out rain, animals, leaves and stray sparks.
Learn moreChimney Leak Repair
Stopping chimney leaks at the source, whether the drip shows up in the attic, the ceiling or the firebox.
Learn moreChimney Waterproofing
Treating chimney brick and mortar with a breathable water repellent, applied after repairs so the brick sheds water but can still dry out.
Learn moreChimney Repair
Chimney repairs from the cap and crown down to the firebox, before small damage turns into a rebuild.
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