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newer types of dampers are sealed with a silicone gasket which
seals warm air 90% more effectively.
Also, this type of energy saving damper protects your chimney
from water damage during the times that the fireplace is not in
use and keeps animals from entering the chimney.
numerous damages to chimneys including loosening the mortar, destruction
of the chimney liner and can destroy chimney crowns.
Chimney caps are custom made and greatly protect your chimney from water
damage. Moreover, if your chimney has more than one flue, it is
recommended to have a cap that covers not only the flues, but the entire
chimney.
Chase covers protect your home by keeping water out and away from the brick,
helps prevent moisture from saturating the insulation of the walls and sheet rock.
Although chase covers are very helpful, they only have an average lifespan of
about 7 years. Like any metal, water causes the chase cover to rust and in
many cases you may not see the damage and/or rust that has built up
underneath the chase cover, which can lead to further damage to the chimney
itself.
