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Chase Cover Replacement Country Club Hills, IL
A rusted or leaking chase cover in Country Club Hills can be replaced with a custom stainless steel or copper cover before rust and standing water cause leaks into the chase and fireplace. One call to (708) 816-0120 reaches a nearby sweep who handles chase covers.
Homes with prefab fireplaces often have a chimney chase, which is a framed box around the metal flue pipe. 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. Flat covers hold standing water, and galvanized steel rusts once the coating wears, which leaves brown streaks down the siding and eventually holes in the pan. Rust running down the chase is usually the first clue.
Once water gets in, it can travel down the chase and into the fireplace. 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. Catching a bad cover early keeps the repair simple.
Depending on what the sweep finds, chase cover replacement in Country Club Hills, IL can go hand in hand with chimney cap installation and chimney leak repair.
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The chase cover replacement process
Here is how a sweep usually handles a chase cover replacement.
Check the top
The chase is inspected from the roof for rust, holes and soft framing. Soft wood under the cover is a sign of a longer leak.
Take measurements
The chase top is measured, along with the flue opening and its position. Most replacement covers are made to order.
Pull the cap
The cap and old cover are removed carefully so the flue pipe is not disturbed. This is the best time to look for rot.
Install the new cover
The new cover is set in place with its skirt over the siding and a hem that kicks water off the edge. Screws go through the sides so the top stays watertight.
Seal the collar
The storm collar is sealed around the flue pipe and the chimney cap is reinstalled or replaced. The sweep makes sure water has nowhere to get in.
What is included
Chase cover options
Sloped tops
Covers are made with a slope, cross break or raised center so water runs off and keep the cover drier.
Storm collars
Collars and caps are checked and replaced as needed for a complete watertight top.
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 pairs well with copper flashing.
Related service
Chimney Chase Repair Country Club Hills, IL
Chase repair goes hand in hand with replacing a cover that has been leaking. Rotted studs, soft plywood, damaged siding and soaked insulation are the usual problems. Leaks can come from the roof line as well, so the flashing gets a look.
If you are in Country Club Hills, tell the sweep about any water stains, soft siding or rust inside the fireplace when you call (708) 816-0120. Chase repairs may involve a carpenter or siding contractor for larger framing work. Fixing the cover without fixing rot underneath only delays the problem.
Local help
Chase Cover Replacement Near Me
Around Country Club Hills, flat galvanized chase covers are a common source of leaks and rust stains. Homes in Country Club Hills and nearby towns such as Hazel Crest, Flossmoor, Markham and Homewood often have chase covers that were installed when the house was built and never replaced, so replacing an old cover before it fails saves a lot of repair work.
Searching for chase cover replacement near me from Country Club Hills or Hazel Crest, Flossmoor, Markham and Homewood? Call (708) 816-0120 to talk to a chimney sweep who works in your part of town.
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. That is why Country Club Hills chimney sweeps are busiest every September and October.
Why call
Why fix it now
Smaller repairs
Small chimney problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Familiar with local homes
Local sweeps see the same chimney types and weather wear across Country Club Hills and nearby towns.
Straight answers
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Chase Cover Replacement FAQ
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. A cap sits on top of the flue pipe that comes through the cover.
How long does a stainless steel chase cover last?
Quality covers in stainless or copper hold up for a long time. Good design keeps water off the cover and the siding. Inspections every year catch problems early.
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 covers make it worse, since standing water sits on the metal. The rust then runs down the siding as brown streaks.
Should I patch or replace my chase cover?
A rusting cover tends to keep rusting around any patch. A new stainless or copper cover with a slope usually solves the problem for good. 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. A new cover and collar are often the fix.
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