A Chimney Cap sits on top of the chimney and has several functions. The first is to keep debris, leaves, branches and most animals from entering the chimney potentially causing the flue to become blocked. A blocked chimney will keep by-products of combustion from properly exiting the flue and, should they enter the home, can be harmful.
Chimney caps can also significantly reduce the amount of rain that enters the chimney through the peak, and therefore, slow down the rate of deterioration compared to a chimney unsheltered to water.
A chimney cap also acts like a spark arrestor helping keep sparks from leaving your chimney and ending up on your roof.
A well-made and properly sized chimney cap gives a great finish to your chimney and adds beauty to your home.
