From adding charm to your home’s exterior to protecting it from the elements, chimney caps play a crucial (yet often overlooked) role in maintaining the integrity of your chimney and fireplace.
What do chimney caps do? And what can happen if you don’t have one installed? We’re here to delve into the world of chimney caps, exploring their benefits, types, and reasons why every fireplace owner should have one.
Questions? Give our expert crew a call or reach out online today.
4 Main Functions of a Chimney Cap
The chimney cap is one area of your system that takes on multiple roles.
- First and foremost, it protects your chimney from outside threats, like water and debris. Otherwise, you’d have a problem with a leaky chimney, and falling debris that could cause damage to various chimney components – and your home.
- Secondly, it keeps birds, squirrels, and other critters from gaining access to your home. Not only can these woodland animals bring in nesting materials and cause clogs, but they can cause odors, germs, and other pests to enter your household, as well.
- A chimney cap also ensures downdrafts don’t swoop through your flue and affect airflow. Downdrafts occur when wind or atmospheric conditions force air down the flue. This not only potentially forces smoke back into your home, but can also cause your fireplace to burn less efficiently.
- Lastly, a chimney cap stops stray sparks and embers from landing on your roofing materials. All it takes is a few sparks landing on piled up leaves to start a fire that spreads through your home. Reduce your risk of fire hazards and other potential threats by having your new cap instead soon.
And remember – despite its many positive attributes, a chimney cap can’t do an effective job for your chimney if it isn’t fitted correctly. That’s why working with a team that’s trained and dedicated to safety and precision is essential. Fortunately for folks throughout Eastern Central Florida, installing custom-fitted caps is one of Legendary Chimney Solutions’ many specialities.
Birds, Water & Debris:
What Harm Do They Do to Chimneys?
What do you have to lose by not investing in this affordable chimney component? We’ve mentioned the possibility of harmful things entering your flue, but what harm do these things actually do?
Let’s start with water. When water has easy access to the inside of your chimney, your liner materials will break down a lot quicker than normal. This means less protection for your home, less efficiency when operating your fireplace, and more costly repairs.
Water damage can also cause damage and stains to your walls, ceiling, and attic. In the end, you’ll be more prone to experience mold growth, masonry decay, rotting woodwork, and more.
And if animals get in? Well, first of all, nesting materials can clog up your flue in a hurry. Combine that with smelly feces, noisy babies (your chimney is an ideal place to raise young), and the possibility of critters getting stuck and passing away in there, and you have a whole slew of potential problems coming your way.
And don’t forget about outside debris. Even if animals don’t get in, wind and bad weather can send in all kinds of leaves, twigs, and other materials.
Isn’t it more worthwhile to invest in an affordable chimney cap now than to shell out money for larger repair and restoration services down the line? We think so.
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When you work with us, we’ll adapt all of our services to your specific set up, ensuring you get the quality care you deserve.
Wherever you are in Volusia, Daytona Beach, Eastern Lake, Seminole, or any of the towns surrounding, don’t hesitate to reach out to Legendary Chimney. Call or book with us online now!
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