property management: What is a Chimney Chase Cover?
- 04/05/07 02:58 AM
A chase cover, sometimes referred to as a chase top, is a metal covering designed to keep things like rain, snow, and animals from entering a home via the chimney chase. This chimney chase cover is typically made of less expensive galvanized sheet metal. Unfortunately, rust on a chimney's exterior is more than just a cosmetic problem; it could be a sign of much more serious issues. Heat from the fireplace and various environmental conditions contribute to the breakdown of the galvanized coating on chase covers until the metal is completely unprotected and begins to rust. The rust continues to deteriorate … (33 comments)
A chase cover, sometimes referred to as a chase top, is a metal covering designed to keep things like rain, snow, and animals from entering a home via the chimney chase. This chimney chase cover is typically made of less expensive galvanized sheet metal. Unfortunately, rust on a chimney's exterior is more than just a cosmetic problem; it could be a sign of much more serious issues. Heat from the fireplace and various environmental conditions contribute to the breakdown of the galvanized coating on chase covers until the metal is completely unprotected and begins to rust. The rust continues to deteriorate … (33 comments)
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