Chimney Caps in Lauderdale Lakes, FL

A chimney without a proper cap is a common sight on older homes in Lauderdale Lakes, a Broward County community of mostly single-story and low-rise housing built well before chimney caps became standard practice. Sitting inland near Fort Lauderdale, homes here don't deal with salt spray, but they do face plenty of rain, sun, and the occasional curious critter looking for shelter. A cap is a simple, inexpensive fix that closes off a wide-open entry point at the top of the flue.

Chimney Caps: What the Work Looks Like

The kind of chimney caps work we handle for Lauderdale Lakes homeowners — swipe to see more.

Why Lauderdale Lakes Homes Need Chimney Caps

Without a cap, every heavy Florida rainstorm sends water straight down the flue, where it soaks into brick and mortar and can eventually reach the firebox below. The open top also invites birds, squirrels, and palmetto bugs looking for a dry place to nest, which can block airflow or leave debris that creates odors. In a climate where storms roll through often for months at a time, an uncapped chimney is exposed far more than homeowners realize.

We measure the flue opening carefully so the cap fits properly and doesn't restrict draft, then choose a cap style and mesh size suited to keep out rain and animals while still allowing smoke to vent. Installation includes checking the crown it sits on, since a cap only works well if the surface beneath it is sound. We test that it's secure and properly seated before we consider the job finished.

Lauderdale Lakes homeowners like working with a family-owned business because we take the time to explain why a cap matters instead of just installing one. We give a written estimate before starting, and cap installations are often quick enough to handle the same day. If your chimney has been open at the top for who knows how long, let's get it covered before the next round of storms.

Signs You Need Chimney Caps

• You can see the cap is missing, rusted through, bent, or crushed
• Birds, squirrels, or the sound of animals in the chimney
• Leaves and debris collecting inside the flue or firebox
• Rain coming straight down the flue or moisture in the firebox after storms

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