Northvale, NJ

Caps & Waterproofing in Northvale

Stainless caps, crown seal and vapour-permeable masonry waterproofing. The single cheapest thing you can do for a Bergen County chimney.

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CSIA-trained & fully insured
Camera inspection on every visit
Written photo report
Quoted before we start

When to call

Signs it is time

Water dripping into the firebox or stains near the chimney after rain
Birds, squirrels or raccoons in the chimney, or noises in the flue
A rusted, bent or missing chimney cap
Cracks across the crown on top of the chimney
Damp or peeling paint on the ceiling or wall beside the stack

What is included

What we actually do

Stainless or copper caps sized to every flue, with animal screens
Crown repair or replacement so water sheds off the stack
Flashing resealed or replaced where the chimney meets the roof
Breathable, vapor-permeable water repellent for brick and stone
Leak sources confirmed before we quote, not guessed

Illustration: the parts of a chimney above the roofline

Where this work happens

The part of the chimney caps & waterproofing deals with

The highlighted part is the focus of this service. We still photograph the rest, so nothing is missed.

CapKeeps rain, leaves and animals out of the flue and stops sparks landing on the roof. Caps & Waterproofing →
CrownThe concrete slab on top of the stack. Once it cracks, water goes straight into the masonry below. Masonry & Repointing →
Flue linerCarries smoke and exhaust safely up and out. Cracked or missing liners are the most common hidden problem.
MasonryBrick or stone and mortar. Freeze-thaw cycles open the joints first, then the bricks start to spall. Masonry & Repointing →
FlashingMetal that seals the joint between the chimney and the roof, and the source of most leaks. Caps & Waterproofing →

What the visit looks like

How we handle caps & waterproofing

Send us the details

Fireplace, wood stove, gas boiler flue or a dryer vent — a couple of lines is enough to start.

Pick a slot

Same-week appointments in most of the Northern Valley, with a heads-up text before arrival.

Camera first, then work

We scan before we sweep, so we know what we are dealing with and so do you.

Report and recommendations

Photos, findings, and a clear split between what needs doing now and what to watch.

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Caps & Waterproofing questions

Before you book

Will waterproofing trap moisture in the brick?

Not with the right product. We use vapor-permeable repellents that let moisture escape as vapor while stopping rain from soaking in. Paint and sealers made for other surfaces do trap water and are not used on chimneys.

Is a cap really necessary?

A cap keeps rain, leaves and animals out of the flue and stops sparks landing on the roof. On an uncapped chimney, rain and animal nests are the most common problems we find.

How do you find a leak?

We check the cap, crown, masonry and flashing from the roof, and the attic side where it is accessible. Most leaks come from one of those four, and the fix depends on which.

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