Chimney caps
The collar around the flue pipe is sealed, and the cap is replaced if it is worn so water cannot run down the flue pipe.
Chimney Parts
Chase Cover Replacement Elkridge, MD
A chimney sweep in Elkridge can replace the metal cover on top of a framed chimney chase sized to the chase and shaped to shed water off the edges. Call (443) 899-3078 to reach a local chimney sweep.
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. The top of the chase is sealed with a metal chase cover that has an opening for the flue pipe. Its job is to keep water out of the framing and away from the fireplace below.
Many chase covers installed by builders are made of galvanized steel, and they are often flat. A flat galvanized pan collects water, rusts through and stains the siding below. Rust running down the chase is usually the first clue.
A leaking chase cover lets water soak the framing, insulation and fireplace below. Rotted framing, wet insulation, rusted firebox parts and water stains inside the house are all common results. Replacing the cover early is far easier than repairing a rotted chase.
Chase Cover Replacement is often paired with chimney cap installation and chimney leak repair, depending on the cause.
Need chase cover replacement in Elkridge? Call (443) 899-3078 to talk to a local chimney sweep.
Call nowThe process
What happens during a chase cover replacement
Replacing a chase cover is mostly about getting the fit right.
Check the top
The sweep checks the old cover, the storm collar, the cap and the siding near the top. Damage below the cover may need repair before the new cover goes on.
Measure the chase
Exact measurements are taken so the new cover fits snugly. A good fit matters more than anything else.
Take off the old top
The cap comes off first, then the old cover is unscrewed and lifted away. Any damage underneath can then be seen.
Set the cover
A sloped stainless or copper cover is fitted and fastened through the side skirt. Screws go through the sides so the top stays watertight.
Reinstall the cap
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 options
Sloped tops
Shaped tops shed water instead of holding it which is the main fix for flat pans.
Skirt hems
The edge of the cover is bent so water drips clear of the chase instead of soaking into it.
Stainless covers
Stainless steel covers resist rust far better than galvanized steel and can be powder coated to match the house.
Copper tops
A copper chase top adds a finished look and resists corrosion for homes where looks matter.
Related service
Chimney Chase Repair Elkridge, MD
Chase repair goes hand in hand with replacing a cover that has been leaking. Common repairs include replacing rotted framing and sheathing, fixing or replacing siding, resealing trim and replacing wet insulation. Leaks can come from the roof line as well, so the flashing gets a look.
If you are in Elkridge, tell the sweep about any water stains, soft siding or rust inside the fireplace when you call (443) 899-3078. 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 Elkridge face every kind of weather the year brings, from summer storms to winter snow. From Elkridge out to neighboring towns like Ilchester, Jessup, Arbutus and Linthicum, sweeps regularly find rusted chase tops on homes that are only a decade or two old, so replacing an old cover before it fails saves a lot of repair work.
For chase cover replacement in Elkridge, MD or nearby towns like Ilchester, Jessup, Arbutus and Linthicum, call (443) 899-3078 to reach a chimney sweep who covers your street.
Chimneys in this climate
Winters here are long and cold, and the heating season usually runs from October well into April. Masonry takes the worst of it from the freeze and thaw cycle: rain and melting snow soak into the crown and joints, then freeze and push them apart, and each winter widens the cracks a little more. Wind driven rain from coastal storms finds any gap in flashing, too. Most homeowners in Elkridge, MD schedule a sweep in early fall, and a repair check after a hard winter.
Why call
Why fix it now
Smaller repairs
Small chimney problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Local knowledge
Chimney sweeps in Elkridge know the chimneys and fireplaces common in local homes.
Straight answers
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Chase Cover Replacement FAQ
Can water from a chase cover damage my fireplace?
When a chase top leaks, the water usually ends up in the fireplace below. Over time, it can rust the metal firebox and flue and damage panels. 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. Flat tops that hold water rust faster. The rust then runs down the siding as brown streaks.
What is a chase cover?
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.
Should I patch or replace my chase cover?
Small holes can sometimes be patched, but patches on a rusting galvanized cover rarely last. Most sweeps recommend replacement once rust has set in. Any rot underneath should be repaired at the same time.
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. Have it checked during chimney sweeping.
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Fitting a metal cap over the top of the flue sized to the flue tile or the whole crown.
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Stopping chimney leaks at the source, before the water rots framing or ruins the flue.
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Waterproofing masonry chimneys with vapor-permeable repellents, not paint, to slow freeze-thaw damage and spalling.
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Repairs for the masonry, crown, flashing and flue of a damaged chimney, matched to what an inspection actually finds.
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