Red Brick Chimney Services

Chimney Pots & Rain Caps Vancouver

Water pouring into your chimney when it rains? Animals nesting in your flue? A quality chimney cap solves both problems.
Chimney caps and pots protect your chimney from water damage, prevent animal entry, and can even improve draft performance. Red Brick Chimney Services has been installing custom chimney caps and decorative pots across Vancouver since 2013, helping homeowners protect their chimneys and enhance curb appeal.

Do I Need a Chimney Cap or Pot?

Here’s how to tell if you need cap installation or replacement:
You need a chimney cap if:
You might want a chimney pot if:

Not sure what you need? We’ll assess your chimney for free and recommend the right solution for your home’s style and your specific needs.

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What Do Chimney Caps & Pots Cost?

This is probably your biggest question. Here’s the honest answer:

Standard chimney caps: $300-$800 installed, depending on size and material (aluminum, copper, or stainless steel)
Custom chimney caps: $800-$2,000 for multi-flue chimneys or custom fabrication
Decorative chimney pots: $500-$3,000+ depending on style, material, and installation complexity

Your free estimate includes:
We offer senior discounts on all chimney cap installations.

How We Install Chimney Caps & Pots

Free Assessment

We measure your chimney, assess its condition, and discuss your needs. We’ll show you different cap and pot options that work for your chimney and budget.

Material Selection

We help you choose the right material and style. For caps, we consider durability, appearance, and budget. For pots, we focus on matching your home’s architectural period and style.

Professional Installation

Our WorkSafe BC certified team installs your cap or pot securely using proper mounting techniques. We ensure watertight seals and proper ventilation. Most installations take just a few hours.

Final Inspection

We verify that your cap is securely mounted, properly sealed, and functioning correctly. You’ll get care instructions and information about your warranty.

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Types of Chimney Caps We Install

Standard Single-Flue Caps

The most common option for homes with one flue. Available in stainless steel, aluminum, or copper. Includes mesh screening to keep animals out while allowing smoke to escape freely.

Multi-Flue Caps

Custom-sized caps that cover chimneys with multiple flues. We fabricate these to fit your exact chimney dimensions and cover all flues with one protective cap.

Copper Chimney Caps

Premium caps that develop a beautiful patina over time. Copper is extremely durable, won’t rust, and adds elegant curb appeal to your home.

Stainless Steel Caps

The most durable and weather-resistant option. Stainless steel won’t rust or corrode, making it ideal for Vancouver’s wet climate. Available in various finishes.

Draft-Increasing Caps

Specially designed caps that improve chimney draft and reduce downdraft problems. These work particularly well for chimneys that experience smoking or backdraft issues.

Decorative Chimney Pots

Traditional terracotta, clay, or metal pots that add architectural character to heritage homes. Available in Victorian, Edwardian, and contemporary styles to match your home’s period.

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Why Chimney Caps & Pots Matter

Water Protection

Rain is the biggest enemy of masonry chimneys. A quality cap keeps water out, preventing interior damage, mortar deterioration, and expensive repairs. One cap can save you thousands in water damage repairs.

Animal Prevention

Birds, squirrels, raccoons, and bats love nesting in chimneys. A properly screened cap keeps them out while still allowing proper ventilation and smoke exhaust.

Debris Blocking

Leaves, branches, and other debris can fall into uncapped chimneys, creating fire hazards and blocking proper airflow. Caps keep your flue clear and safe.

Draft Improvement

The right cap design can actually improve your chimney’s draft, reducing smoke problems and making your fireplace work more efficiently.

Curb Appeal

Decorative caps and pots enhance your home’s appearance and can increase property value, especially on heritage and character homes.

Spark Arrestor

Caps with mesh screening prevent sparks and embers from escaping your chimney and landing on your roof or nearby structures—an important fire safety feature.

Why Choose Red Brick Chimney Services?

We’re Local Vancouver Experts

We’ve been installing chimney caps and pots across Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, and the Tri-Cities since 2013. We understand which materials hold up best in our wet coastal climate.

We’re Certified & Accredited

BBB Accredited and WorkSafe BC Certified. We follow proper safety standards on every installation.

We Offer Quality Materials

We source durable, weather-resistant caps and authentic heritage pots. We don’t cut corners with cheap materials that fail in a few years.

Custom Fabrication Available

Unusual chimney size or shape? We can fabricate custom caps to fit perfectly and provide complete protection.

We Guarantee Our Work

Our installations are guaranteed. If your cap fails due to our workmanship, we fix it at no cost to you.

Senior Discounts Available

We offer special pricing for seniors on all chimney cap and pot installations.

How Long Does Installation Take?

Most chimney cap installations are completed in one visit:
Standard single-flue cap
Multi-flue custom cap
Decorative chimney pot
Complex installations requiring masonry work
We schedule installations at your convenience and complete the work efficiently with minimal disruption.

Chimney Cap vs. Chimney Pot: What’s the Difference?

Chimney Caps are functional metal covers that sit on top of your chimney to keep out rain, animals, and debris. They’re primarily protective with some decorative options available.

Chimney Pots are decorative terracotta, clay, or metal structures that extend above your chimney. They add architectural character and can improve draft, but they still need a cap on top for full protection.

Many heritage homes use both: a decorative pot for appearance and a cap fitted to the pot opening for protection.

What Happens Without a Chimney Cap?

Operating without a cap leads to:
A chimney cap is inexpensive insurance against costly damage.

LOCATIONS

Serving the Lower Mainland Since 2007 We provide rapid-response repairs in the following cities:

Common Questions About Chimney Caps & Pots

No. Properly installed caps improve or maintain draft performance. They’re designed to allow smoke to escape freely while keeping rain and animals out.
Stainless steel and copper caps last 20-30+ years. Aluminum caps last 10-15 years. Quality matters—cheap caps rust and fail quickly in Vancouver’s climate.
Yes. We can install caps on brick chimneys, metal chimneys, and prefabricated chimneys. We have solutions for every chimney type.
Absolutely. Even unused chimneys need protection from water and animals. Water damage happens whether you use the fireplace or not.
Certain cap designs can help reduce downdraft problems. We’ll assess your situation and recommend the right style if downdraft is an issue.
We don’t recommend it. Improper installation can cause leaks, draft problems, or cap failure. Professional installation ensures proper fit and function.
Minimal. We recommend annual inspection to check for debris buildup in the screen and ensure the cap remains securely mounted.
Yes. We source authentic period pots and can match styles from Victorian, Edwardian, and other architectural periods common in Vancouver’s heritage neighborhoods.

Ready to Protect Your Chimney?

Get a free assessment and recommendation for the right cap or pot for your home. We’ll show you options, explain the benefits, and give you a fair price.