Chimney Caps in Warwick, RI

Stop Water Damage Before It Starts

Professional chimney cap installation that actually protects your home from Rhode Island weather.

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Warwick Chimney Cap Installation

Your Chimney Finally Works Right

No more water stains on your ceiling. No more animals scrambling around inside your walls at 3 AM. No more wondering if that last rainstorm caused more damage you can’t see yet.

A properly installed chimney cap does exactly what it’s supposed to do. It keeps water out, keeps animals out, and keeps your chimney functioning the way it should. You stop worrying about what might be happening up there because you know it’s handled.

That’s what happens when the job gets done right the first time. Your chimney system works. Your home stays dry. You get back to the things that actually matter to you.

Certified Chimney Cap Installers

We've Been Doing This Since 2000

Certified Chimney Inspections has been handling chimney work in Warwick and throughout Rhode Island for over two decades. Our core team has been working together since 2000, and we’re all CSI-certified through the Chimney Safety Institute of America.

That certification isn’t just a piece of paper. It means we know current safety standards, proper installation techniques, and how to spot problems before they become expensive disasters. We’ve seen what happens when chimney caps are installed wrong, and we know how to do it right.

This isn’t a side business or seasonal work. We run a full retail stove store and handle comprehensive chimney services year-round. When you need chimney work done in Warwick, you’re working with people who’ve made this their career.

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Chimney Cap Replacement Process

Here's How We Handle Your Installation

First, we come out and give you a free estimate. We’ll inspect your current chimney cap situation, measure everything, and explain what needs to happen. No surprises, no pressure, just straight information about what your chimney needs.

If you decide to move forward, we’ll either recommend a quality standard cap or create a custom solution if your chimney has unusual dimensions. Most Warwick homes can use high-grade stainless steel caps that handle the coastal weather, but some situations need custom fabrication.

Installation day is straightforward. We show up on time, remove the old cap if there is one, prep the chimney crown, and install your new cap with proper sealing and mounting. We clean up after ourselves and walk you through what we did. The whole process typically takes a few hours, and you’re done worrying about chimney cap problems for years.

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Stainless Steel Chimney Covers

What You Get With Professional Installation

Every chimney cap installation includes proper mounting hardware rated for Rhode Island weather conditions. We use stainless steel construction that won’t rust out in two years like the cheap caps you see failing all over Warwick. The mesh screening keeps animals out while allowing proper ventilation.

Custom caps get fabricated for chimneys with multiple flues or unusual shapes. Standard installations work for most single-flue chimneys, but we don’t try to force a standard solution when your chimney needs something different. That’s how you end up with water problems and callbacks.

You also get someone who knows what they’re looking at when they’re up there. If your chimney crown needs attention or your flashing has issues, we’ll spot it during the installation. Better to know about problems now than discover them when water starts coming through your ceiling.

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How long does a stainless steel chimney cap last?

A quality stainless steel chimney cap should last 15-20 years or more in Rhode Island’s coastal climate. The key is using marine-grade stainless steel that resists corrosion from salt air and proper installation with adequate mounting hardware. Cheap caps made from galvanized steel or thin aluminum might only last 3-5 years before they rust through or blow off. The upfront investment in a quality cap saves you from having to replace it multiple times, plus it actually protects your chimney and home during those decades of service.
You can, but most homeowners shouldn’t. Chimney cap installation requires working on your roof, proper measurement of flue dimensions, and understanding how to seal the cap without blocking ventilation. If the cap isn’t mounted securely, it becomes a projectile in high winds. If it’s not sealed properly, you get water infiltration. If the mesh openings are wrong, you either block airflow or still allow animals inside. Plus, if something goes wrong and you’re not comfortable working on roofs, the fall risk isn’t worth the savings. Professional installation typically costs a few hundred dollars and eliminates these risks.
A chimney crown is the concrete or masonry top of your chimney structure that slopes away from the flue opening to shed water. A chimney cap is the metal cover that sits on top of the crown and covers the actual flue opening. You need both for proper protection. The crown handles bulk water runoff, while the cap keeps rain, snow, animals, and debris from going down the flue. Many water problems happen when homeowners have a crown but no cap, or when the crown is cracked and allows water to freeze and expand during winter, causing more damage.
Look for rust stains, visible corrosion, loose or missing mounting screws, or damaged mesh screening. If you’ve had animals in your chimney or fireplace, your cap probably isn’t doing its job. Water stains on walls or ceilings near your chimney often indicate cap problems. Also check after major storms – caps that aren’t properly secured can shift or blow off entirely. If your cap is more than 10 years old and showing any of these signs, replacement is usually more cost-effective than trying to repair it. A failing cap that lets water in can cause thousands in damage, so replacement is cheap insurance.
Yes, every chimney in Rhode Island should have a cap. The state’s weather conditions – heavy rain, snow, ice, and coastal salt air – make uncapped chimneys vulnerable to serious damage. Water infiltration causes chimney liner deterioration, masonry damage, and can lead to dangerous carbon monoxide issues. Animals love warm, dry chimney flues for nesting, especially during fall and winter. Even if your chimney isn’t currently in use, it still needs protection from the elements. Some local codes specifically require chimney caps, and insurance companies may question coverage for water damage if your chimney wasn’t properly protected.
Chimney cap sizing depends on your flue dimensions and chimney crown measurements, not your house size. Single-flue chimneys typically need caps ranging from 8×8 inches to 13×18 inches, but the only way to know for sure is to measure. Multi-flue chimneys often require custom caps to cover all openings while maintaining proper clearances. The cap also needs to fit your chimney crown properly – too small and it won’t provide adequate coverage, too large and it looks awkward and may not mount securely. Professional measurement ensures you get the right size the first time, rather than discovering fit problems after you’ve already bought the wrong cap.