Single-Flue Chimney Caps

In lieu of a damper, your chimney is simply an unmitigated extension from your house where smoke is allowed to escape, yes, but thanks to gravity and nature, anything else like rain, snow, and animals can enter your home unimpeded. The best way to get smoke and fumes out of your home while keeping the rain, snow, debris, and animals at bay is to install a single-flue cap.

Different Single-Flue Caps to Fit Any Taste, Need, or Budget

RoofingDirect.com carries a wide variety of single-flue chimney caps to fit any need, including:

• Copper, galvanized, and stainless steel fixtures in various models.
• Models that include mesh.
• Mounting accessories and equipment.

Should you ever upgrade your fireplace, say from wood-burning to gas, it may be necessary to upgrade your chimney cap. When in doubt, contact your local chimney professional.

To Mesh or Not to Mesh: Choosing the Right Material

Combustibles that produce burning embers, such as those produced from a wood-burning fireplace, are better suited for single-flue caps with mesh that impedes them. Otherwise, for appliances like gas-burning fireplaces, chimney caps without a mesh would be just fine. Also, copper fixtures are available for those who are looking for something aside from the standard galvanized steel. Also, stainless steel is available for gas appliances should you need them.