The typical range for chimney cap costs is $75 to $1,000 with a national average of $300. Cost factors for chimney cap installation can include material, size, shape, type, labor, and seasonality.

A fireplace can be an asset in a home, even if it hasn't hosted a roaring blaze in decades. Inactive fireplaces supply charm, rather than warmth. But as lovely as they are, chimneys -- both inactive ...

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