I’d now use the lumber to create formwork that extends around the chimney top so the cap will extend out from the stone 3 inches. One inch in from the edge of the cap I’d place a 1/4-inch ...

DEAR TIM: Our house has an unusual chimney made with irregular stones. The existing cap is in poor shape and I’m worried about damage. Each contractor I talk with has a different solution and ...

Close Off Fireplaces with a Chimney Cap Damper. A chimney cap damper seals a fireplace from the top. This style of damper is very secure; some even come with a rubber seal. “If you have a top ...

To seal the top and bottom you will first require the properly sized metal caps. These are inexpensive and should be available at any home centre or heating supply store.

Spray foam is great for sealing most drafts, but that doesn't mean it's suitable for sealing against the chimney. By Roy Berendsohn Published: Sep 09, 2009 8:00 PM EDT.

Seal it. Your chimney pops up out of your roof, so it gets hit with all the weather and rain. Over time, water penetrating the brick and mortar will inflict some serious damage, so it’s a good ...

Proper flashing is absolutely critical in preventing water intrusion and safeguarding your home's structural integrity. Chimney of America's specialists expertly repair or replace damaged flashing, ...

Seal Fireplace. At the fireplace, open the fireplace damper. Cut off a sheet of plastic about six feet by six feet and tape it to the front of the fireplace. ... Replace Chimney Cap.

You can maintain the chimney as it is by adding a ventilated chimney cap on top Coal-effect electric fires: there are many different types but none require a chimney or much adaptation. Wed Oct 31 ...