Chase Cover Installation Services: Trust Us for a Job Done Right
When it comes to installing new components on your chimney, trusting a Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA)-certified tech is the way to go. If you’re due for a new chase cover in Eastern Central Florida, make the right choice by hiring us for the job. These parts play an intricate role in keeping your chimney free from leaks and water damage.
What Is a Chase Cover? Why Are They Important?
A chase cover is a metal covering that is installed over the top of both prefabricated chases and masonry chimneys. Its purpose is to seal the top of the chase, like a lid to a shoebox, and guide rainfall and excess moisture away from the chimney. This ensures water can’t simply stay put and cause damage.
The most common problems we discover with chase covers (rust, cracking, poor sizing, etc.) have to do with improper installation. If you don’t trust a professional to install yours correctly and recommend the most appropriate fit and style for your chimney, you’ll likely end up experiencing water damage throughout the rest of your system.
Invest in care from a professional from the start to avoid costly damages down the line. And remember – the cheaper your chase cover, the shorter its lifespan. Invest in a quality one from the get-go, so you don’t have to stress.
What’s the Difference Between a Chimney Crown & Chase Cover?
Chimney crowns and chase covers serve similar purposes, but just on different types of systems. And while they both slope downwards and help to direct water away from the top of your chimney’s exterior parts, they do have some distinct differences.
- While a chase cover can be installed on both prefabricated chimney and masonry ones, a chimney crown is only on masonry setups.
- Chimney crowns are built onto the chimney, while chase covers are installed as separate components.
- Chase covers are made of metal, while chimney crowns are constructed from a mortar or concrete mix.
- Crowns are constructed on-site, while chase covers are custom built somewhere else, then installed onto the chimney by a professional.
Are Chase Covers Similar to Chimney Caps?
Now, there are a lot of ways chase covers get confused with chimney caps too. They’re both made of metal, they both keep water out, and they both sit right at the top of the chimney. So, how are they different?
Like crowns, chase covers’ big purpose is to send water away from the top of the chimney chase, while chimney caps are meant to keep water out of the system’s interior vent pipe. In the end, every chimney needs a cap, but not every system needs a chase cover (as long as a quality crown is already in place).
Give Our Experts a Call
Our technicians are standing by, ready to tackle any and all of your chimney, fireplace, and venting needs. Give us a call at 386-999-1329 or reach out online to get your appointment process started. We’re here for you!
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