Chimney Caps for Unusual Conditions

If you are located in the mountains or near tall buildings you may want to consider a specially designed chimney cap to cure “back-puffing” caused by down currents.

Different chimney caps function differently in different conditions. Some caps do not draw well with certain wind condition, sometimes not drawing at all. In high wind conditions some caps will sing or whistle. If you are located in the mountains or near tall buildings you may want to consider a specially designed chimney cap to cure “back-puffing” caused by down currents. You can find these to fit both masonry and round flues. There are chimney caps that incorporate an electric fan to pull smoke out of a chimney that can be ordered for the most difficult chimneys. These Exhausto Fans are also available for both round and masonry flues.