Need a New Chimney Cap or Damper in the Shenandoah Valley? We Can Help
Chimney caps and chimney dampers are two seemingly small chimney components that play a big role in keep your entire fireplace and chimney system better protected. If you need a new chimney cap installed or need your fireplace damper repaired or replaced, we’re the chimney company to call in the Shenandoah Valley area.
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What Do Chimney Caps Do?
The metal cap up at the top of your chimney flue helps protect your chimney system in a number of ways:
- Blocking water. Caps help to keep rain, sleet, and snow from entering your chimney and contributing to damaged flue liners and masonry.
- Preventing animal entry. Birds can nest in an open chimney, carrying debris in to build nests that block the flue and cause a fire hazard – and this invites pests and smells too. (And, if those birds are federally protected chimney swifts, you can’t remove them, by law – you’ll just have to wait them out.)
- Stopping buildup. Along with animals carrying in materials, leaves, dirt, twigs, and outside debris can blow into an uncapped chimney, triggering clogs and fire hazards.
- …and more! Chimney caps have even been known to help block downdrafts, and they can stop stray sparks from going onto your roof too. And be sure to ask about a speciality cap if you’re in an area prone to high winds or have any other special requirements.
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Chimney Dampers Have Water Fighting & Energy Benefits
Your chimney’s damper serves to block off the flue when it isn’t in use. Most older chimneys have what’s called a throat damper, installed above the firebox, while newer chimneys often have a top-end damper, installed at the top of the flue.
When functioning properly, both kinds of dampers serve as another layer of protection against water getting into your chimney system. Unfortunately, though, it’s not uncommon to see stuck or corroding throat dampers that need to be replaced.
Most often, we replace throat dampers with top-end dampers, because they bring another great benefit. Since top-end dampers include a gasket that seals off the flue at the top when the damper is closed, you don’t end up paying to heat cold air in your chimney again and again. These energy-top dampers are known to offer great energy savings on top of offering a superior barrier against the elements.
Call Today for Chimney Cap & Damper Installation Services
If you need a chimney cap or chimney damper repaired, installed, or replaced, call Blue Ridge Chimney Services today at 540-217-2030 or schedule online soon.
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