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Chimney Cleaning Systems
Smoking Fireplaces: Causes and Solutions
Why Your Fireplace Needs A Damper or Glass Door Enclosure
Arrest Sparks - and More - With A Flue Cap
Moisture: Your Chimney's Worst Enemy
Your Hearth and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
How to Set a Proper Fire
Wood- and Gas-Burning Appliances: The Alternative to a Fireplace
Glossary of Terms

Prevent Sparks - and More - With a Flue Cap
Today's safety codes recommend that chimneys be fitted with a spark arrestor. When properly installed, these devices prevent sparks from landing on your roof, nearby trees, or other flammable materials near your chimney.

Flue caps do a terrific job at arresting sparks. They also protect your chimney against moisture damage, help to eliminate back draft, and prevent leaves, animals, and other materials from entering into the chimney.

In fact, a properly installed flue cap is one of the most effective ways to maintain the "health" of your chimney. This single investment pays returns in many areas - which is why we recommend flue caps so highly.

Installation
Your flue cap will be effective only if it is sized and installed properly. Make sure your flue cap is installed by an experienced professional. Otherwise, you risk problems with drafting and moisture seepage.

The staff at The Irish Sweep are experts in custom flue cap sizing and installation. Many of our customers request this service - and all have been satisfied with the results.

We purchase top-of-the-line flue caps directly from our large network of chimney sweep supply houses. Your options include:

  1. Stainless steel flue caps: Experience has shown us that stainless steel flue caps provide the best value over time. We stock our vans with stainless steel caps, which eliminates the need for a special order. Your purchase price includes a manufacturer's lifetime guarantee.
  2. Copper flue caps: This option is a little bit more expensive but  definitely worth it for those interested in an elegant, custom look.  Prices vary, as do the manufacturer warranties. All copper caps are a special order item and will arrive in California in approximately three to four weeks...
 
Gelco Stainless Sm Mesh
 
HS Guardian Cap