A properly sized stainless steel cap keeps rain, raccoons, birds and lake effect snow out of your flue for decades. We measure every flue, fabricate custom chimney caps for odd sized stacks, and install top mounted dampers that seal the flue between fires.
BBB A+ accreditedAngi Super Service Award, 2019 to 20254.9 stars, 363 Google reviews
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CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep (Chimney Safety Institute of America), NFI Certified (National Fireplace Institute), NCSG Certified and Member (National Chimney Sweep Guild), Certified Chimney Professional (CCP credential of the National Chimney Sweep Guild), HeatShield Certified Installer (HeatShield chimney lining and flue repair system). Every badge opens the organization's own directory, where Green and Clean Home Services is listed.
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Chimney caps are a small job we do hundreds of times a year. See what neighbors in Willoughby, Parma and Hudson say on Google, Angi and the BBB.
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“David promptly responded to our request for inspection, called when he was en route, and arrived on time. He used a drone to examine the chimney exterior and a camera for the interior, provided a copy of the inspection video, and presented a range of options for prioritizing the repairs. Excellent value, highly recommend!”
“David was amazing! He cleaned our basement, family room, stairs, and upholstery. With a dog and 3 active kids we 110% notice the difference in our home. I can’t wait to schedule him regularly.”
“Amazing service. I’ve had my chimney swept and inspected three times and my air ducts cleaned. I will not go anywhere else. Professional, detailed, helpful and affordable! Hands down 12/10 recommend!”
“Extremely professional, fantastic work. Ducts and rugs were cleaned and both look brand new. Definitely recommend and the price can’t be beat.”
“Wonderful job! Service was right on time. Everything was explained very well step by step. Everything was cleaned up well upon finishing. Would recommend to others.”
“Green and Clean did a great job with our carpets and furniture! Even a few weeks later we couldn’t be happier with their fast, efficient, and thorough service.”
“David is efficient and does a great job. Very professional and we totally trust his work. I can highly recommend him.”
“Cleaned vent efficiently and quickly. Very personable. Would use again.”
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Super Service Award winner 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
“David from Green and Clean was very prompt with a detailed estimate on repairing my in-law’s chimney. His crew came out and did a nice job of fixing the chimney by redoing the crown, tuck pointing and repairing damaged bricks. The chimney now looks great. Very satisfied.”
“David conducted a comprehensive analysis of the chimney issues and presented us with viable options for resolution. Highly recommended for individuals seeking expert assistance in such matters.”
“David was great. He explained every process. Did a thorough job cleaning and even used a drone to check the chimney. He even took the time to review the fireplace process.”
“Good job, got done properly and fast. The crew worked even late hours to complete and cleaned everything up when done.”
“David was phenomenal! Communication was fantastic, he was on time and extremely friendly. He did a fantastic job with the chimney sweeping and reviewed the video of his findings and spent time answering all of my questions.”
“I needed to have my chimney inspected in order to sell. David was knowledgeable, thorough and honest. He swept the chimney, inspected the roof and basement. All was good and clean. He is even pet friendly.”
“David is always a pleasure to work with! Our entire family goes to him and he always delivers quality work. We appreciate his honesty and the pride he takes in his work. He always shows us the before and after.”
“We needed to have a stove pipe reinstalled for a wood burning stove after it was blown off by a windstorm. Job was done quickly, and we are pleased with the work done.”
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Better Business Bureau accredited since March 2019.
“Service was great and quick! We needed carpet cleaning done as quickly as possible and we greatly appreciated getting an appointment without much notice.”
“Fantastic, very thorough and explained the process clearly. He worked quickly and was courteous and so friendly.”
“Responded immediately, came quickly, worked efficiently, and was upfront with the pricing. More than that, his work is high quality.”
“Super knowledgeable and explained things very thoroughly. Clear that he knows what he is doing. Very patient with all my questions.”
“Wonderful, professional and informative! We got to see the before and after. Nice job!”
“Very professional and knowledgeable. He was punctual to the appointment, and explained everything he was going to do.”
“Efficient, very polite and friendly. I highly recommend Green and Clean! He did a great job and was in and out.”
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Recommended by neighbors across Lake and Cuyahoga counties.
“David cleaned our ducts and chimney and did a wonderful job.”
“David was great. He gave me options and got the job done quickly. Great service today.”
“Green and Clean. He is amazing. Well priced and impeccably done.”
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What is included
The cap is the cheapest part of the chimney and it protects everything below it. Here is what our installation includes.
Why it matters
Rain, animals and lost heat all use the same opening. Building code, CSIA and federal wildlife law each weigh in.
The residential code requires a spark arrestor screen with a net free area at least four times the flue outlet and openings between three eighths and one half inch. Smaller mesh clogs with creosote. Larger mesh lets squirrels in.
Source: International Residential Code R1003.9.2, basis of the Residential Code of OhioYour flue is open every day of the year, and most Cleveland fireplaces burn on a handful of winter weekends. CSIA calls the cap the least expensive step a homeowner can take against water damage.
Source: Chimney Safety Institute of AmericaChimney swifts nest in open Ohio flues and are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. Once they move in, nobody may remove them until the young fledge in late summer. A cap installed in spring avoids the problem.
Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceWarning signs
Most of these show up long before the ceiling stains do.
Drips hitting the damper or smoke shelf during a storm mean an open flue or a cap that has lost its lid.
Orange stains fanning out below the cap mean galvanized steel is corroding. The brick is absorbing the runoff.
Squirrels, raccoons and chimney swifts move into open flues every spring. The sound comes from the smoke shelf or just above the damper.
A screen packed with creosote or leaves can restrict the flue enough to push smoke into the living room on a still day.
A throat damper that no longer seals lets heated air pour up the flue all winter. A top mounted damper closes that gap.
Lake winds lift caps that were only friction fitted or screwed into soft mortar. Look up after every big storm.
Debris on the grate means the flue is open to the sky. What falls in dry can also block the flue or catch a spark.
An uncovered flue takes rain and ice directly. The top tiles crack first, and the damage works its way down.
How it works
We measure each flue and the crown, check the damper, and photograph the top so you can see what is there now. Standard caps often go on during the same visit.
Single flue, multi flue, custom fabricated, or cap plus top mounted damper. We explain the trade offs and give you a written price.
Anchors set into solid crown or tile, stainless fasteners, and high temperature sealant where the design calls for it. Nothing is glued to loose mortar.
We open the damper, run a smoke test and confirm the flue pulls cleanly through the new screen.
Before and after
Drag the slider. Real jobs by our technicians in Northeast Ohio.
BeforeAfterCrown rebuild and new cap
BeforeAfterThree flues capped
BeforeAfterRusted chase cover replaced in stainless
BeforeAfterHeatShield flue resurfacingOn video
Short clips from our technicians and customers across Northeast Ohio. Tap any clip to play it here.
Service walkthroughChimney sweep and video inspection
Why Green and Clean
Anyone can buy a cap at the hardware store. Sizing it, anchoring it and matching it to your damper and crown is where the job goes wrong.
| What matters | Green and Clean | Typical coupon service |
|---|---|---|
| Sizing | Measured to the tile, custom built when needed | Nearest size off the shelf, gaps stuffed with sealant |
| Material | Stainless steel or copper | Galvanized steel that rusts in a few winters |
| Anchoring | Into solid crown or tile with stainless hardware | Screws into old mortar, or friction only |
| Credentials | CSIA Certified Chimney Sweep, licensed and insured in Ohio | Often no chimney training |
Pricing
The cap itself is a small part of the cost. Fit and access are what move the number, and you get a firm written price before any work starts.
A single flue stainless cap in a common size is quick. A custom multi flue cover or copper cap is built to your measurements and priced by size.
A damper cap costs more than a plain cap and pays back in heated air that stops leaving up the flue while the fireplace sits idle.
A steep slate roof in Cleveland Heights takes more staging than a walkable ranch roof in Mentor. Height and pitch are part of the estimate.
Call the emergency line. We remove what the law allows, screen the flue so nothing gets into the house, and come back for the permanent cap when the coast is clear.
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Service areas
Lake, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Summit, Portage, Medina and Lorain counties from our base in Mentor on the Lake. Type your city to see nearby jobs.
FAQ
Yes. CSIA treats the cap as standard equipment on a masonry chimney because it keeps water, animals and debris out and stops embers from landing on the roof. Gas appliance flues need one too, sized so the vent still drafts.
Many Cleveland homes have one chimney serving two or three flues, for example a fireplace and a furnace. A multi flue cap is one custom fabricated cover that spans the whole crown, screened on all sides and anchored to the crown rather than to each tile. It also shields the crown surface.
Stainless steel is the standard because it does not rust and the price is reasonable. Copper is chosen for looks on historic homes and develops a green patina. We do not install galvanized caps because they corrode within a few winters and stain the brick.
A cap and damper in one unit that seals the top of the flue with a gasket, closed by a cable at the firebox. Old throat dampers are cast iron plates that never seal, so warm air leaves all winter. It usually earns back its cost in heat you stop losing.
Price depends on the size and material of the cap, whether it is custom fabricated, whether a top mounted damper is included, and what the crown looks like when we get up there. We quote in writing after measuring, and the estimate is free.
If they are chimney swifts, federal law protects the nest until the young leave, usually by late summer. We can confirm what you have, screen the fireplace opening so nothing gets into the house, and install the cap as soon as the flue is empty.
Free estimate
Tell us about your chimney, fireplace, ducts, dryer vent, carpet or upholstery and we will come back with straight answers and a firm price. No pressure, no upsell.
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