A chimney chase cover is a metal covering installed over the top of a framed chimney chase, often found on homes with factory-built fireplaces. Its job is to help keep rain, snow, ice, and debris from entering the chase while allowing the chimney flue or venting system to pass safely through the top.

Common warning signs include rust stains on the chimney siding or roof, visible corrosion, water pooling on top of the chase cover, dripping sounds near the fireplace, or signs of water entering the chimney chase. A damaged or rusted chase cover should be inspected before moisture causes additional damage.

Galvanized steel can eventually lose its protective coating after years of exposure to rain, snow, ice, sunlight, and changing temperatures. Once corrosion begins, the metal can weaken and allow water to enter the chimney chase. Rust can also create stains on the siding and roofing around the chimney.

Yes. Rust can create small holes, deteriorated seams, or weakened areas that allow rain and melting snow to enter the chimney chase. Water intrusion can damage framing, insulation, fireplace components, and surrounding building materials if the problem is not corrected.

Water can pool when a chase cover is too flat, sagging, improperly fabricated, or no longer draining correctly. Standing water increases the chance of corrosion and leaks. A properly designed replacement uses formed creases or slope to help direct rain and melting snow away from the center of the cover.

Yes. If water enters a wood-framed chimney chase, repeated moisture exposure can lead to wood deterioration, damaged sheathing, wet insulation, staining, and other moisture-related problems. Replacing a failing chase cover early can help prevent more extensive repairs.

Stainless steel is highly resistant to rust and corrosion, making it well suited for long-term exposure to rain, snow, ice, and Kansas weather. Turn of the Century Chimney uses custom 24-gauge stainless steel chase covers designed to provide durable protection against water intrusion and rust.

Yes. A proper chase cover should be built to match the dimensions of the chimney chase and the location of the flue or vent pipes. Custom fabrication helps create a better fit, provides proper overhang, and allows the cover to shed water correctly.

The existing chase cover is removed and the area beneath it is evaluated for water-related damage. Any necessary repairs can be addressed before a properly measured stainless steel replacement is installed and sealed around the flue penetrations to help protect the chimney chase from future moisture intrusion.

Often, yes. If the framing and exterior chase are still structurally sound, the failed metal cover can usually be replaced without rebuilding the entire chase. If significant rot or water damage is found underneath the cover, additional repair may be necessary before the new chase cover is installed.

Turn of the Century Chimney's stainless steel chase covers are backed by a manufacturer's lifetime warranty. Warranty terms may depend on the specific product and installation, so details can be reviewed when your chase cover replacement is quoted.

Turn of the Century Chimney provides professional chimney chase cover installation and replacement throughout Wichita and surrounding Kansas communities, including Andover, Derby, Bel Aire, Maize, Goddard, El Dorado, Park City, Valley Center, Augusta, Eureka, Winfield, and nearby areas. Our CSIA-certified team can remove a rusted or failing chase cover and install a custom stainless steel replacement designed for long-term protection.