Local chimney cap replacement in Brentwood
Every flue measured at a free inspection, then a cap for your Brentwood roof that sheds rain, stops embers and still lets the fire draw.
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Chimney cap specialists who measure every flue
- Locally owned in Jacksonville
- Family owned and operated
- 100% satisfaction guaranteed
- Free inspection and estimate
- Same-day service available
- 10% off any service
Nests and debris come out before the cap goes on, so nothing is trapped inside the flue.
- Free inspection and estimateWe measure every flue on your Brentwood chimney at no charge before any cap is ordered.
- Upfront pricing, no hidden feesThe cap model, its metal and the fastening are priced together, so the total is clear.
- Workmanship warrantyOur fitting and fastening carry the workmanship warranty, with the cap maker's terms in writing.
Starting with a tape measure
Replacing a chimney cap in Brentwood starts on the roof with a tape measure. The new cap has to fit the tile it sits on, clear that tile by the height its maker lists, and carry a screen that keeps embers and animals in check without slowing the draft.
We measure each flue, look over the crown underneath, and write down which cap fits and why. The model, the metal and the way it fastens are settled before anything is ordered. If the old cap was the wrong size, that goes in writing too, because refitting the same wrong size would repeat the failure. Cap missing or rusted on your Brentwood chimney? Our cap pros measure the flue for free; just call (904) 920-5495.
Brentwood falls within Duval County. Brentwood is an inland community.
What a new chimney cap includes in Brentwood
- Slip-in, band-mount or full-crown style picked to suit the tile
- Hood height taken from the maker's chart
- Nest material cleared before the cap goes on
- Fasteners in a metal that matches the cap
How chimney cap replacement runs
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Tiles measured on the roof
Each flue tile is measured inside and out, along with its height above the crown.
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Cap style and metal chosen
Slip-in, band-mount or full-crown, in a metal suited to the roof, with a screen that meets the Florida code.
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Flue cleared, cap fastened
Any nest or debris comes out of the flue, then the cap is set and fastened for wind.
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Fit and screen checked
We check that the cap sits square, the hood height matches the chart and the screen comes off for the sweep.
Flue tiles cut flush with the crown in Brentwood
Some flue tiles stop level with the crown, which leaves most single-flue caps nothing to grip. A cap forced onto a flush tile works loose in the wind.
For chimneys in Brentwood like that, the estimate offers an outside-mount cap over the crown or a way to raise the tile.
10% off any service booked within 72 hours of inspection
Say you want the 10% off when you book the cap, and we note it.
Anchoring a full-crown cap into sound concrete
An outside-mount cap covers the whole crown and fastens down through its own flange or legs into the crown or the top course of brick. The anchors are masonry anchors set into drilled holes, in a metal compatible with the cap so the fasteners do not corrode against it. Their hold depends entirely on what they are set into. Crown concrete that powders when drilled, or edges that are already cracked, will not keep an anchor tight through years of wind load. Testing the crown with the drill before committing to this cap type is part of our visit, and if the concrete fails that test, crown repair is written up as the first line and the cap second.
What to look for from the yard after a storm
Binoculars and a clear day are enough for a first look after bad weather. Stand where you can see the top of the chimney and check four things. Is the cap still square on the tile, or leaning? Is the lid flat, or lifted at one corner? Is the screen continuous all the way around, or is there a dark gap? Are there fresh rust streaks, screws or metal pieces on the roof below?
Any one of those is a reason to call before the next storm, and none of them needs you on a ladder. If you can, take note of which side of the chimney the damage faces, since it helps us plan the visit.
Water the cap cannot stop
The cap guards only the flue opening. The crown around it takes the same rain, and when it cracks or pulls away from the flue tile, water enters the top of the masonry and runs down inside the chimney. The result looks just like an uncapped flue from below: water in the firebox and rust on the damper. That is why a cap visit includes a close look at the crown surface and the joint where the crown meets the tile. When crown repair is needed, it appears as its own line, priced apart from the cap, making it clear that the new cap was not sold as a cure for a crown leak.
Tile sizes we take in Brentwood before ordering
- Inside and outside size of each flue tile, measured on the roof
- Metal and grade named: galvanized, a stainless type, or copper
- Access for sweeping: which part lifts off and how it refastens
- Which appliance each flue serves, confirmed before a cap is chosen
Before a new cap is ordered
Do you replace chimney caps in Brentwood?
We do. Call or send the form, tell us what you see at the top of the chimney, and we set a time to measure in Brentwood.
Can the old cap be repaired instead of replaced?
A sound cap that has only worked loose can be reseated and refastened. Rusted mesh, a split band or a bent hood mean replacement. We tell you which one you have before any work is priced.
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