Newtown, CT

Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing in Newtown

Stainless caps that keep out rain and animals, new crowns, and breathable waterproofing for brick and stone.

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  • Fully insured
  • Camera inspection on every visit
  • Written photo report
  • Quoted before we start
When to call

Signs it is time

  • Water dripping into the firebox or stains near the chimney after rain
  • Birds, squirrels or raccoons in the chimney, or noises in the flue
  • A rusted, bent or missing chimney cap
  • Cracks across the crown on top of the chimney
  • Damp or peeling paint on the ceiling or wall beside the stack
What is included

What we actually do

  1. Stainless or copper caps sized to every flue, with animal screens
  2. Crown repair or replacement so water sheds off the stack
  3. Flashing resealed or replaced where the chimney meets the roof
  4. Breathable, vapor-permeable water repellent for brick and stone
  5. Leak sources confirmed before we quote, not guessed
Copper capCrownFlue linerStone & mortarFlashing
Illustration: the parts of a chimney above the roofline
Where this work happens

The part of the chimney caps, crowns & waterproofing deals with

The highlighted part is the focus of this service. We still photograph the rest, so nothing is missed.

  1. CapKeeps rain, leaves and animals out of the flue and stops sparks landing on the roof. Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing →
  2. CrownThe concrete slab on top of the stack. Once it cracks, water goes straight into the masonry below. Masonry Repair →
  3. Flue linerCarries smoke and exhaust safely up and out. Cracked or missing liners are the most common hidden problem. Chimney Liners →
  4. MasonryBrick or stone and mortar. Freeze-thaw cycles open the joints first, then the bricks start to spall. Masonry Repair →
  5. FlashingMetal that seals the joint between the chimney and the roof, and the source of most leaks. Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing →
What the visit looks like

How we handle caps, crowns & waterproofing

Tell us about the chimney

Fireplace, stove or insert, how often you burn, and what made you get in touch. A few lines is enough.

Pick a time

We give you a real appointment window and arrive inside it.

Inspect first

Camera up the flue and photos of the crown, cap and flashing before we recommend anything.

Written report

What we found, and what should be fixed now versus what can wait.

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Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing questions

Before you book

Will waterproofing trap moisture in the brick?
Not with the right product. We use vapor-permeable repellents that let moisture escape as vapor while stopping rain from soaking in. Paint and sealers made for other surfaces do trap water and are not used on chimneys.
Is a cap really necessary?
A cap keeps rain, leaves and animals out of the flue and stops sparks landing on the roof. On an uncapped chimney, rain and animal nests are the most common problems we find.
How do you find a leak?
We check the cap, crown, masonry and flashing from the roof, and the attic side where it is accessible. Most leaks come from one of those four, and the fix depends on which.
Nearby

Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing beyond Newtown

Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing is available everywhere we work, including:

Monroe, Trumbull & EastonBrookfield, Bethel & ReddingSouthbury & OxfordAll service areas

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Other things we look after

Chimney Sweeping

Creosote and soot cleared from the flue, smoke chamber and firebox, with drop cloths down and a HEPA vacuum running. We photograph the flue before and after.

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Chimney Inspections

Camera inspections with a written report and photos. Level 2 inspections for home sales, which matter in a town with this many antique houses.

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Wood Stove & Insert Service

Sweeping for wood stoves and fireplace inserts, gasket and baffle checks, and full-length liners for inserts that were installed without one.

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Caps, Crowns & Waterproofing in Newtown and nearby

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