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The chimney cap and crown are small compared to the rest of the home, but they protect the chimney from major water damage. A missing cap can allow rain, snow, leaves, and animals into the flue, while a cracked crown can let water soak into the masonry.
Meridian Contracting installs and repairs chimney caps and crowns for Elmsford homes. We inspect the top of the chimney, flue opening, crown condition, masonry, and flashing so the repair addresses the full source of the problem.
New chimney caps sized properly for the flue to keep rain, debris, and animals out while allowing safe venting.
Repair or replacement of rusted, loose, missing, or storm-damaged caps.
Repair of cracked or deteriorated crowns to reduce water entry into the masonry.
Inspection of the cap, crown, brick, mortar, and flashing for a complete view of chimney condition.
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Cost depends on building size, access, roof pitch, material choice, existing damage, staging needs, and the amount of preparation required. We provide free on-site estimates so you know the scope before work begins.
Yes. We provide free, no-obligation estimates for Elmsford homeowners, landlords, and property managers.
Yes. Meridian Contracting is licensed and insured for exterior work in New York State.
Yes. We plan exterior projects around narrow driveways, limited parking, tight lots, commercial access, and busy roads such as Main Street, Route 119, Route 9A, and nearby parkway corridors.
A chimney cap helps keep rain, snow, leaves, and animals out of the flue while allowing smoke and gases to vent properly.
Yes. A cracked crown can let water into the chimney structure, which can cause freeze-thaw damage and accelerate masonry deterioration.
Schedule an inspection as soon as you notice leaks, staining, missing materials, storm damage, rot, or drainage issues. Early inspection is usually less expensive than waiting for damage to spread.
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