Do I need caps on my chimney?
There is a crack on the chute ( the piece that comes out of it)
Is it difficult to repair? Is there any danger?
2006-12-05 14:42:09 · 8 answers · asked by pramz201 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
You should have a cap on your chimney so that rain and snow don't come down into your fireplace. I don't know much else about chimneys, sorry.
2006-12-05 14:45:31 · answer #1 · answered by NeRdYkId1101 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is a crack on the section you can see, you may want an expert to come out and inspect the entire flue. If it has serious cracks, it can be a fire hazard. I like screens on the chimney. I've had birds and even a duck get stuck in the chimney. It also keeps the raccoons out.
2006-12-05 22:51:17 · answer #2 · answered by Papa John 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have a cracked flue the best solution and safest for you is to contact a qualified chimney mason and have him come and inspect the chimney. Based on his evaluation and advice I would go with his suggestion. Even though it may be expensive, it's much cheaper than a house fire. Good luck!!!
2006-12-07 02:57:44 · answer #3 · answered by blacktrain11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chimneys are dangerous. Yes, you do need a chimney hood. And also, any cracks are a big problem. You should have your chimney repaired and inspected before using it.
2006-12-05 22:51:31 · answer #4 · answered by LADY ~ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you need a cover but you also need to fix the crack before you use it cause it can cause a fire & no danger if you fix it but like i said if you dont fix the chute then your asking for trouble cause it can cause a chimney fire & you will be out of a home for christmas good luck
2006-12-05 22:46:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out some sites like Hometime.com and you'll get answers there.
2006-12-09 15:03:52 · answer #6 · answered by mst57 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well just make sure Santa can still get down! Merry Christmas :]
2006-12-05 22:43:44 · answer #7 · answered by Liz♥ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
danger fix it asap
2006-12-05 22:52:16 · answer #8 · answered by salsa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋