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Chimney Cap Installation and Repair
Protect your chimney from water, wildlife, and sparks with a professionally fitted stainless steel or copper cap.
A chimney cap is one of the most cost-effective ways to protect your chimney. It prevents rain from entering the flue, blocks birds and raccoons from nesting, stops sparks and embers from landing on your roof, and reduces downdrafts. Eco Grizzly installs single-flue and multi-flue caps in stainless steel, galvanized steel, and copper.
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Single-flue caps fit over one flue tile. Multi-flue or top-mount caps cover the entire chimney crown and protect multiple flues. Draft-increasing caps use wind-driven turbines or aerodynamic profiles to improve draft. Decorative copper caps add curb appeal while providing full protection.
Why Every Chimney Needs a Cap
An uncapped chimney is an open hole in your roof. Rain water enters the flue and accelerates mortar erosion, rusts the damper, and stains the firebox. Animals see an uncapped flue as a warm, sheltered nesting site. Sparks and embers that escape an uncapped chimney land on the roof and nearby vegetation, creating a fire hazard that is especially serious during Southern California wildfire season. A cap eliminates all of these risks for a fraction of the cost of the damage they cause.
Our Installation Process
We measure the flue tile or chimney crown dimensions, fabricate or select the correct cap size, and mount it with masonry screws or adhesive depending on the crown material. Mesh screening on every cap meets the California spark arrestor requirement of half-inch openings. After installation, we check the cap from ground level for aesthetic alignment and verify that the damper still operates freely.
How It Works
Four simple steps from first call to finished job.
1
Call or Book Online
Reach us at (424) 258-9882 or submit the online form. We respond within two hours on business days.
2
On-Site Assessment
A certified technician performs a thorough chimney and fireplace assessment at your home.
3
Detailed Report
Receive a written report with photos, condition ratings, and an itemized repair estimate within 24 hours.
4
Expert Service
Choose the repairs or maintenance you need. Our crew completes the work on schedule with a clean jobsite.
Why Choose Eco Grizzly
Licensed, insured professionals delivering quality chimney and fireplace service.
$49 Chimney Inspection
Book online and get a professional Level I chimney inspection for just $49. Written condition report included.
Licensed and Insured
All technicians hold California contractor licenses and carry full general liability and workers compensation insurance.
21-Point Safety Check
Our proprietary 21-point checklist covers every chimney component from crown to cleanout.
Same-Day Scheduling
Call before noon and we can often arrive the same day. Next-day appointments are available for most service areas.
Transparent Pricing
You receive a written, itemized estimate with photos before any work begins. No surprises on the invoice.
Eco-Friendly Practices
We use green cleaning agents, HEPA-filtered vacuums, and recyclable materials to minimize environmental impact.
Real Results
Chimney Cap Projects
See real chimney cap work completed by our licensed technicians.
BeforeChimney & Fireplace
Electric Fireplace Installation
Southern California
This project involved removing an outdated fireplace unit, framing out the new opening to spec, running electrical, and installing a modern electric fireplace with a polished slab surround. The result is a clean, energy-efficient focal point for the living room.
Have a project in mind? We can help.
Chimney Cap FAQs
Common questions answered by our certified technicians.
Stainless steel caps last 15 to 20 years or more. Galvanized caps typically last 5 to 10 years before showing corrosion. Copper caps can last a lifetime with minimal maintenance.
A properly sized cap does not reduce draft. In fact, some wind-directional and turbine-style caps improve draft by creating negative pressure at the chimney top during windy conditions.
California building code requires a spark arrestor with openings no larger than half an inch on all chimneys serving solid-fuel appliances. A chimney cap with built-in mesh screening satisfies this requirement.
Chimney Cap Service Areas
We provide chimney cap throughout Southern California. Select a county to find your city.
Agoura HillsAlhambraArcadiaArtesiaAvalonAzusaBaldwin ParkBellBell GardensBellflowerBeverly HillsBradburyBurbankCalabasasCanoga ParkCarsonCerritosClaremontCommerceComptonCovinaCudahyCulver CityDiamond BarDowneyDuarteEl MonteEl SegundoGardenaGlendaleGlendoraHawaiian GardensHawthorneHermosa BeachHidden HillsHuntington ParkIndustryInglewoodIrwindaleLa Canada FlintridgeLa Habra HeightsLa MiradaLa PuenteLa VerneLakewoodLancasterLawndaleLomitaLong BeachLos AngelesLynwoodMalibuManhattan BeachMaywoodMonroviaMontebelloMonterey ParkNorwalkPalmdalePalos Verdes EstatesParamountPasadenaPico RiveraPomonaRancho Palos VerdesRedondo BeachRolling HillsRolling Hills EstatesRosemeadSan DimasSan FernandoSan GabrielSan MarinoSanta ClaritaSanta Fe SpringsSanta MonicaSierra MadreSherman OaksSignal HillSouth El MonteSouth GateSouth PasadenaTemple CityTorranceVernonWalnutWest CovinaWest HollywoodWestlake VillageWhittier
90 cities in Los Angeles County
Related Services
Crown Repair
A damaged crown lets water seep into your chimney structure. We repair cracks and rebuild crowns to factory-new condition.
Flue Repair
Cracked flue tiles are a fire and carbon monoxide hazard. We repair and reline flues to restore safe operation.
Liner Installation
Stainless steel liners provide a lifetime of protection against chimney fires and carbon monoxide infiltration.
Chase Cover
Factory chase covers rust and leak within years. We replace them with stainless steel covers that last decades.
Crack Repair
Deteriorated mortar joints and cracked bricks weaken your chimney. Our masons restore structural integrity with precision tuckpointing.
Smoke Chamber
Rough, corbeled smoke chambers trap creosote and reduce draft. We parge them smooth for better performance and fire safety.
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