Chimney Caps: What They Are and What They Do
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What Is A Chimney Cap? Chimney caps are the protective coverings at the very top of your chimney. They are typically made of copper or steel mesh and are available in various styles to match the design of your home’s exterior. Sitting on top of the mesh ring is a cap that assists in protecting your chimney from rain and downdrafts. What Does A Chimney Cap Do? Helps Reduce Moisture One of the best reasons to install a chimney cap is to reduce the moisture inside your house. If you live in a rainy area, you’re likely to get water in your chimney. You want to prevent this from occurring as much as possible. Water trapped in your chimney can damage your chimney liners, dampers, and mortar joints. It will also potentially produce mold and mildew inside your chimney, which you absolutely don’t want in your house. It can also increase the humidity within your house, which can make your home’s atmosphere quite uncomfortable. Helps Keep Animals Out When fires are burning...