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Chase Cover Replacement Sharon, PA
A chimney sweep in Sharon 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 (724) 509-7140 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.
Builder grade chase covers are usually galvanized steel cut flat across the top. A flat galvanized pan collects water, rusts through and stains the siding below. 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.
If the problem goes deeper than it first looked, a Sharon chimney sweep may also recommend chimney cap installation or chimney leak repair.
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Call nowThe process
How chase cover replacement works
Replacing a chase cover is mostly about getting the fit right.
Look for damage
The chase is inspected from the roof for rust, holes and soft framing. Any rot in the framing is noted.
Take measurements
Exact measurements are taken so the new cover fits snugly. Covers are usually custom fabricated to fit.
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.
Fit the new top
The new cover goes on with a slope or cross break so water runs off, and a drip edge that sheds water away from the siding. Fasteners are placed so they do not create new leaks.
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 work
Cross break designs
Covers are made with a slope, cross break or raised center so water runs off which is the main fix for flat pans.
Copper chase covers
Copper covers last a long time and develop a patina over time that weathers to a natural color.
Stainless covers
Stainless steel covers resist rust far better than galvanized steel without needing paint.
Chimney caps
A new storm collar and cap finish the top to keep out animals and rain.
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Chimney Chase Repair Sharon, PA
A failed chase cover can lead to damage inside the chase, from the framing to the fireplace. Common repairs include replacing rotted framing and sheathing, fixing or replacing siding, resealing trim and replacing wet insulation. The framed chase also needs proper flashing where it meets the roof.
If you are in Sharon, tell the sweep about any water stains, soft siding or rust inside the fireplace when you call (724) 509-7140. 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
In Sharon, many newer homes have prefab fireplaces with chimney chases and builder grade chase tops. From Sharon out to neighboring towns like Farrell, Sharpsville, Hermitage and Greenville, sweeps regularly find rusted chase tops on homes that are only a decade or two old, which is why a chase cover is worth checking when the chimney is swept.
Need chase cover replacement around Sharon? Call (724) 509-7140 for a Sharon chimney sweep who serves the towns around it too.
How the weather here affects chimneys around Sharon
Cold winters keep fireplaces, wood stoves and oil burners working for half the year or more. The hardest thing on brick here is not the cold itself but the constant swing above and below freezing: water soaks into brick, mortar joints and the crown on a mild day, freezes overnight and expands, and each winter widens the cracks a little more. Wind driven rain from coastal storms finds any gap in flashing, too. Most homeowners in Sharon, PA schedule a sweep in early fall, and a repair check after a hard winter.
Why call
Why act early
Safer fires
A chimney problem fixed early rarely spreads to the masonry, the liner or the house.
Familiar with local homes
Chimney sweeps in Sharon know the chimneys and fireplaces common in local homes.
Clear next steps
Ask the sweep about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Chase Cover Replacement questions
What is a chase cover?
The chase cover is the metal sheet that seals the top of a chimney chase, with an opening for the flue pipe. It keeps rain and snow out of the chase, which protects the framing and the fireplace below. A cap sits on top of the flue pipe that comes through the cover.
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. 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 is my chase cover rusting?
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?
Patching a rusted chase cover is usually a short term fix. 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. A sloped design and drip edge help it last by keeping water moving. Inspections every year catch problems early.
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