If you searched “chimney repair near me” or “chimney cap install near me,” here is the short version: we are Alliance Chimney & Energy, Inc., a CSIA-certified, family-owned company based right in Ardmore, PA, and we have served homes across the Main Line since 2009. A missing or damaged cap is one of the most common reasons a chimney starts leaking, smelling, or hosting unwanted wildlife, and it is usually a straightforward, affordable fix once a certified technician has actually looked at it.
We are rated 4.85 out of 5 from more than 619 customers across Google, HomeAdvisor, and Yelp, and the thing people mention most is that we tell them the truth about what their chimney does and does not need. No pressure, no upsell, and a free, written estimate before any work begins.
Who This Service Is For
This page is for homeowners who notice a missing, rusted, or storm-damaged chimney cap, hear scratching or nesting sounds inside the flue, see water stains near the fireplace or attic, or simply want an honest local opinion before hiring anyone for a chimney cap install near them. It is also for anyone who wants routine chimney repair, such as crown or flashing work, handled by the same certified team that handles the cap.
Chimney Cap Installation: What This Service Covers
A chimney cap sits on top of the flue and keeps rain, snow, birds, squirrels, and debris out while still letting smoke and gases vent properly. When a cap is missing, rusted through, or was never sized correctly for the flue, water and animals get in, and that is when small problems turn into flue damage, staining, or a chimney that will not draft right. We inspect the existing opening, confirm the correct size and fit, and install a cap built to keep your system sealed against the weather. We also handle the masonry side of things, crown repair, flashing, and pointing, so leaks are fixed at the source and not just capped over.
What to Expect When You Call
- Tell us what’s going on. Describe what you are seeing or hearing, a missing cap, a water stain, storm damage, when you call or request an estimate online.
- We schedule a look. We do same-day callbacks Monday through Friday and get a technician out as quickly as our calendar allows.
- A free, honest assessment. We inspect the crown, cap, flashing, and flue and show you photos of what we find before recommending anything.
- A written estimate. You get a clear, written quote for the cap installation or repair, with no obligation.
- The work, done right. Once you approve, we complete the installation or repair and clean up the site before we leave.
Representative example photos showing a typical cap installation, not a specific customer’s home.
Fast Local Response When You Need It
A missing or damaged chimney cap can let rain, snow, and animals into your flue right away, and it is not the kind of thing you want to sit with for weeks. We return calls the same day, Monday through Friday, and get you on the schedule as quickly as our calendar allows. Call (215) 254-9355 and tell us what is going on. If it feels urgent, say so, and we will do what we can to move you up.
Chimney Cap Install: Common Questions
How much does a chimney cap installation cost?
It depends on your flue size, the cap material, and whether any crown or flashing repair is needed at the same time. We look at the job in person and give you a free, written estimate before anything starts, so call (215) 254-9355 for pricing specific to your chimney.
How long does a chimney cap install take?
Most cap installations are finished in a single visit once you approve the written estimate. If we find crown or flashing damage while we are up there, we will explain what that adds to the timeline before doing any of that work.
Can you install a chimney cap the same day I call?
We do same-day callbacks Monday through Friday and get a technician out as quickly as our calendar allows. If your cap is missing or damaged and you are worried about weather or animals getting in before we arrive, tell us that when you call and we will do what we can to move you up.
Will a new cap keep animals out of my chimney?
A properly sized, correctly installed cap is built to keep birds, squirrels, and other animals out of the flue while still letting smoke and gases vent as they should. If you are already hearing scratching or nesting sounds, mention it when you call so we can check for animals while we are on site.
Find Us
Alliance Chimney & Energy, Inc.73 Rittenhouse Pl
Ardmore, PA 19003
Phone: (215) 254-9355 (call or text)
Office: (610) 896-9355
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00 to 5:00. Closed Sunday.
Neighborhoods We Serve
Based in Ardmore, we make house calls for chimney repair and cap installation throughout Wayne, Wynnewood, Villanova, Berwyn, Paoli, Penn Valley, Bala Cynwyd, Broomall, Media, Audubon, Mount Airy, Manayunk, Chestnut Hill, and East Falls, plus the surrounding Main Line and Philadelphia suburbs. See the full list of service areas, or just ask when you call.
What Neighbors Say
“Good communication, job well done, charged less than originally estimated. Very pleased and would recommend.” — Byron W., via HomeAdvisor
“Chuck was fantastic when he came out to inspect our gas insert and chimney. He was efficient and walked me through each step he was doing… Highly recommend Alliance for your chimney and energy needs.” — Thomas Bahr, via Google Reviews
“Everything about Alliance is great. The service, quality of their work and their employees. I’m super impressed with them on every level. Can’t recommend them highly enough.” — Caroline S., via HomeAdvisor
These are verbatim, unedited reviews. Read more on the reviews page, including links to our Google, HomeAdvisor, and Yelp profiles.
Chimney Repair, Not Just a Cap
Most calls that start with “I need a new chimney cap” turn out to involve some amount of masonry too, a cracked crown, lifted flashing, or open mortar joints letting water past the cap entirely. Because our technicians are CSIA-certified and handle both the cap and the masonry, we can fix the actual source of a leak in one visit instead of sending you to a second contractor. If your chimney also needs a full chimney liner or a broader inspection, we cover that too. Contact us today, or call (215) 254-9355, and let’s get your chimney sealed up right.
