When you think of chimney caps, you probably think of something that is designed to keep animals out of your flue. What you may not know is that chimney caps can also be used to solve a number of other fireplace issues. Here are some different problems that can be eliminated by installing the right chimney caps.
If you live in an area where high winds are common, you could have downdraft problems that result in smoke building up inside your home. A draft-increasing chimney cap could be the solution to this problem. These caps are designed so that air is forced to circulate around the top of it, which in turn creates a vacuum that forces smoke upward. These devices are most effective on metal chimneys, but can be installed on masonry ones as well.
If you have both upstairs and downstairs fireplaces, you may notice smoke coming out of one of them whenever you are using the other. In this instance, a flue stretcher cap could resolve the issue. Flue stretcher caps create more space between the two flues, thereby reducing the odds of smoke escaping from another. Although these caps are functional, many homeowners choose them because they like the looks of them, as they add height to very short and stubby chimneys.
Outside mounted caps are designed to fit over the top of your crown, and can serve a number of purposes such as:
- Concealing a poor design
- Providing energy efficiency and protection from the weather
- Allowing a more uniform look whenever you have multiple flues constructed from different
A cap/damper combo can be the perfect solution if your fireplace has a broken or missing damper. One of these models will also help guard against air loss, making it a practical investment for the money.
These are just a few problems that can be resolved with the right chimney caps. To find the one that is right for your flue, contact us.
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