Dealing With a Cracked Chimney Cap? Here's What to Do
If you've just spotted a cracked chimney cap while you were up on a ladder cleaning out the gutters, you might be tempted to just shrug it off and get back to your weekend. It's just a little crack, right? Unfortunately, when it comes to the very top of your house, even a tiny hairline fracture can turn into a massive headache if you let it sit through a few seasons of rain and snow. Your chimney is one of the most exposed parts of your home, and that cap—or the masonry crown it sits on—is the only thing standing between the elements and the inside of your living room. ...