Level 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
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Chimney cap and crown work in Upper Nazareth typically runs $280-$950 depending on whether you need a prefab chase cover replacement or masonry crown repair, and most jobs are completed in a single visit with parts stocked for the township’s common factory-built systems. If your home was built in one of Upper Nazareth’s 1988-2008 subdivisions, you almost certainly have a lightweight metal chase enclosure rather than a traditional masonry chimney, which means the “crown” is actually a galvanized chase cover that rusts and warps under our heavy Northampton County snow loads. Call (610) 595-5754 - a live person answers, 24 hours a day.
We’ve been dispatching crews to Upper Nazareth from our Philadelphia office for decades, and we know the difference between the township’s prefab-heavy subdivisions and the older masonry stock over in Nazareth Borough. That matters because the wrong technician treats a chase cover like a masonry crown, wastes your time, and orders parts that don’t fit your Heatilator or Superior unit. Our Chimney Cap & Crown team stocks the shield plates, multi-flue caps, and chase-specific hardware that these systems actually need.
Why Hearthstone Chimney Co. Is Upper Nazareth’s Preferred Chimney Cap & Crown Company
We’ve served Northampton County communities for over 42 years, and Upper Nazareth’s rapid build-out from the late 1980s through the 2000s means we’ve watched these factory-built fireplaces age from new installations to the 20-30-year mark where components start failing in predictable patterns. Our technicians carry background checks, wear uniforms, and arrive with the parts to finish most jobs in one visit - no return trips, no waiting on special orders.
Our 90-Day Done Right Promise covers every cap and crown job in writing: if it’s not right, we make it right with no paperwork and no arguing. The K.E.Y.S. code governs everything we do - Krafted right, Every time, Your home first, Standing behind it. That’s not a slogan; it’s how we’ve operated since 1984.
A live person answers our phones 24/7, not voicemail, not a callback queue. When you call (610) 595-5754, you’ll speak to someone who can schedule your free estimate and explain what to expect before we arrive.
Our Chimney Cap & Crown Services in Upper Nazareth
Cap Installation
New cap installation in Upper Nazareth almost always means a multi-flue cap on a prefab metal chase, not a single-flue masonry mount. The shallow-pitch chase covers common in township subdivisions like Steeplechase and the areas off Route 946 don’t shed snow and ice effectively, so water pools, freezes, and warps the metal. We measure both flue terminations, specify a cap with proper clearance per manufacturer specs, and seal the chase seams so the next nor’easter doesn’t find its way into your firebox. Typical cap installation in Upper Nazareth runs $280-$450.
Cap Replacement
Cap replacement becomes necessary when the original galvanized cover rusts through at the seams or the fasteners pull loose from repeated thermal cycling. In Upper Nazareth’s 1990s-era bi-levels and colonials, we see this constantly - the same model house, the same failing cover, the same water staining on the ceiling below the chase. We stock replacement chase covers sized to the common prefab units installed here, including the hardware and shield plates that many generalist sweeps don’t carry. Cap replacement in Upper Nazareth typically costs $320-$580.
Crown Repair
True masonry crown repair is less common in Upper Nazareth than in neighboring Nazareth Borough, but the township does have custom-built homes and additions with full masonry chimneys that need proper crown integrity. Where we do find masonry crowns here, they’re often on homes near the older edges of the township or on properties with wood-burning fireplaces added after the original prefab installation. We pour new concrete crowns with proper drip edges and slope, or apply HeatShield crown coating when the underlying structure is sound. Crown repair in Upper Nazareth runs $450-$750 for coating, $680-$950 for full rebuild.
Crown Coating
Crown coating with HeatShield or similar professional-grade materials buys time on a masonry crown that’s cracked but structurally intact. In Upper Nazareth, this applies mainly to the minority of homes with true masonry construction or to chase tops that have been improperly repaired with mortar that wasn’t meant for exterior exposure. We clean the surface, fill cracks, and apply a flexible waterproof coating rated for freeze-thaw cycling. Crown coating in Upper Nazareth typically runs $450-$650.
Multi-Flue Cap
The multi-flue cap is the workhorse solution for Upper Nazareth’s prefab housing stock. When your bi-level or colonial has two flues terminating in a single metal chase - common for homes with a fireplace and a furnace or water heater sharing the enclosure - a single-flue cap leaves one termination exposed. Our multi-flue caps cover all terminations with proper clearance, stainless steel construction, and animal screening. We size them to your specific chase dimensions, not a generic “large” or “extra-large.” Multi-flue cap installation in Upper Nazareth runs $380-$620.
Custom Cap
Custom caps solve the problems that off-the-shelf products can’t. In Upper Nazareth’s planned subdivisions where entire streets share the same prefab model, we often fabricate chase covers and caps to match original specifications that the manufacturer no longer stocks. We’ve built custom solutions for odd chase dimensions, converted gas inserts that changed flue sizing, and homeowners who want copper or stainless upgrades over the original galvanized steel. Custom cap work in Upper Nazareth starts at $520 and ranges to $950 depending on material and complexity.
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Trusted Brands We Service in Upper Nazareth
We work exclusively with professional-grade materials from DuraFlex, HeatShield, Gelco, and Copperfield - no builder-grade substitutes that fail in their third winter. For Upper Nazareth’s prefab-heavy housing stock, this means stocking chase covers and shield plates that match the original Heatilator, Superior, and Lennox units installed in the township’s 1990s and 2000s subdivisions. Because we recognize the repeat patterns on these streets, we often have the exact part on the truck before we arrive. That’s the difference between a single-visit repair and a two-week wait for a special order that may or may not fit.
Common Chimney Cap & Crown Problems We See in Upper Nazareth Homes
- Galvanized chase covers rust through at seams and fasteners. Northampton County’s long November-to-March burn season means these covers endure months of heating, cooling, and moisture cycling. The shallow pitch on prefab chases in Upper Nazareth subdivisions traps snow and ice, accelerating rust that shows up first as ceiling staining below the chase.
- Multi-flue caps are missing or incorrectly sized after gas conversions. When homeowners convert a wood-burning prefab to gas or add a pellet insert, the flue diameter changes. A cap sized for the original wood-burning termination leaves gaps that admit rain, squirrels, and downdraft. We measure every termination and specify caps per the current appliance, not the original installation.
- Chase seams crack and separate from thermal expansion. The lightweight metal enclosures on Upper Nazareth’s factory-built systems flex more than masonry with temperature swings. Over twenty to thirty years, this movement opens seams that caulk can’t permanently seal. We replace the cover and reseal with proper chase-specific materials.
- Refractory panels crack behind the chase damage. Water that gets past a failing cap or crown doesn’t just stain drywall - it attacks the firebox. In Upper Nazareth’s aging prefab units, we regularly find cracked rear refractory panels and rusted firebox wrappers that trace back to a chase cover that failed years earlier.
Pricing for Chimney Cap & Crown in Upper Nazareth, PA
| Service | Typical Range in Upper Nazareth |
|---|---|
| Single-flue cap installation | $280-$450 |
| Chase cover / cap replacement | $320-$580 |
| Multi-flue cap installation | $380-$620 |
| Custom cap (stainless/copper) | $520-$950 |
| Crown coating (HeatShield) | $450-$650 |
| Masonry crown repair / rebuild | $680-$950 |
What moves the number? Material choice - galvanized replacement versus stainless or copper. Accessibility - steep roof pitches or chase height. Whether we find secondary damage once the cover comes off. We inspect with a camera, show you photos, and give you a plain-English verdict before any work begins. The estimate is free, and the price we quote is the price on the invoice. Call (610) 595-5754 for your exact number.
We Also Serve Cities Near Upper Nazareth
Our crews work throughout Northampton County and the Lehigh Valley, including Chimney Cap & Crown in Upper Nazareth and neighboring Bethlehem, Springfield, Hellertown, and Fountain Hill. The same prefab housing patterns repeat in many of these communities, and we stock parts for the common systems installed across the region.
Serving Upper Nazareth, PA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Upper Nazareth area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs - Chimney Cap & Crown in Upper Nazareth
A standard single-flue cap covers only one termination, leaving the second flue open to rain, animals, and downdraft. Your bi-level’s shared chase was designed for a multi-flue cap with proper clearance around both terminations, and installing anything else violates manufacturer specifications and creates the water damage we see constantly in Upper Nazareth’s 1990s subdivisions. We measure both flues, specify a cap that covers all terminations, and verify clearances per your original installation manual when available. Call (610) 595-5754 for a free inspection.
Paint on a rusted galvanized chase cover is a temporary cosmetic fix that traps moisture and accelerates the underlying deterioration. The rust you see on the surface indicates the zinc coating has failed, and the steel underneath is actively corroding. In Upper Nazareth’s climate, that corrosion speeds up every winter as snow sits on the shallow-pitch cover, freezes, and thaws. We replace with a new galvanized or upgrade to stainless steel - painting is not a repair we recommend. Call (610) 595-5754 and we’ll show you exactly what yours looks like with a camera.
You need a Level-2 camera inspection that includes the chase exterior, the cap or cover condition, and the firebox interior for water damage. After twenty years of Northampton County winters, your galvanized chase cover is almost certainly at or past its functional lifespan, and the cracks in refractory panels we find behind failing covers often surprise homeowners who thought their system was “fine because it still works.” We document everything with photos, explain what requires immediate attention versus what can be monitored, and give you a written report. Call (610) 595-5754 to schedule - estimates are free.
Excessive creosote that returns quickly after cleaning often signals a drafting problem, and a damaged or missing cap is a common cause. If your flue is open to downdraft, smoke cools before it exits, condensing more creosote on the flue walls. In Upper Nazareth’s long burning season, this compounds faster than in climates with shorter winters. We inspect the cap, the flue, and the draft performance together - fixing the cap without cleaning the flue, or cleaning without addressing the cap, solves only half the problem. Call (610) 595-5754 for a complete diagnosis.
Yes, and we often do. In Upper Nazareth’s planned subdivisions where the same prefab model repeats house after house, we offer neighborhood-block scheduling that saves everyone time and lets us stock the exact parts for your whole cul-de-sac. On a recent Steeplechase call, we replaced a warped chase cover and found the identical failure two doors down - same model, same rust pattern, same water damage starting. We returned the following week with parts for three more homes on the street. If your neighbors are seeing the same ceiling stains or hearing the same wind noise through the chase, coordinate a block visit. Call (610) 595-5754 and we’ll work out a schedule.
Written by Russell Haines, Owner at Hearthstone Chimney Co., serving Upper Nazareth and Northampton County since 1984.