Can a fireplace damper be repaired?

While you can attempt to repair your chimney damper yourself, the professionals at Priddy Chimney Sweeps can save you time and effort when it comes to repairs and maintenance for your chimney. Our professionals have the tools and experience needed to properly repair chimney dampers and doors.

How much does it cost to replace a fireplace damper?

Fireplace Damper Cost and Installation A chimney cap damper costs around $200 to $300, not including the screened chimney cap, which runs between $90 and $120. Professional installation of a new damper will likely run around $200 to $400 for labor, in addition to the cost of the new damper itself.

How much does a damper repair cost?

The damper is a disc that moves to control airflow. The average cost to replace a motorized damper is $350. You could pay as little as $100 or as much as $600. About two-thirds of the cost goes to labor.

How do you fix a jammed damper?

If the prior two steps don’t cure the stuck damper handle, tap the handle with a sledge hammer after applying WD-40 to the part of the handle that is inside the fireplace. Once you have the damper opening and closing easily, apply some high temperature lubricant to the hinges and you’re done.

Is a damper and flue the same thing?

A damper is located in the flue of your chimney. The flue is where the smoke escapes when the fire is going. Dampers are placed inside of the flue to help control ventilation. Your damper should have a chain or handle that you can access in order to open and close it.

How do you open a fireplace damper chain?

You should turn the knob clockwise, as far as it can go, or push the rod all the way up to open the damper. If there is a metal chain in or besides your fireplace, it means that your chimney has a top-mounted damper. If the chain is tightly attached to a hook, the damper is closed.

Can you use a fireplace without a damper?

A wood board can be designed and cut to fit the opening of the fireplace. This can act as a damper and keep the chimney from sucking out hot air or allowing cool air to flow through the home. Glass doors that have vents can be more expensive but allow for a long-term solution to a physical damper inside the chimney.

How long does a damper last?

around 20 years
How Long Do HVAC Dampers Last? The quality of the equipment, how frequently you run your HVAC unit, and if you follow regular maintenance schedules can all affect the lifespan of your HVAC components. Dampers can last around 20 years with proper maintenance.

Is a damper the same as a flue?

A flue is a channel that draws away gases and smoke from the point of combustion, like a furnace or a fireplace. A damper is a metal plate at the bottom or top of a flue, which acts as a valve to regulate the passage of air; it also prevents precipitation or debris from falling onto the point of combustion.

How do I know if my damper is open?

Before lighting a fire, you can tell if the damper is open by placing your hand into the fireplace. If you feel a draft coming down the chimney, it is a good indicator that the damper is open. If you don’t feel any cold air coming down the chimney, it means that the damper is closed.

How do I know if my fireplace damper is open?

Can you leave damper open overnight?

Leave the damper open overnight. Yes, you will lose some heat up the flue, but you will save the occupants of the home from poisoning by colorless, odorless carbon monoxide.