Level 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
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Copperfield Chimney Cap & Crown in Olympia: What to Know First
We provide independent Copperfield chimney cap and crown service in Olympia, with most inspections scheduled within a week and repairs completed on the next visit once parts are confirmed. A written price lands before any work starts, and every job includes a camera-scan flue inspection with documented photo record under Haven Standard Clause 4. This page is for Olympia homeowners who own a Copperfield cap or crown and need to know whether it can be repaired, what replacement costs, and who can do the work without voiding whatever warranty remains. Call us at (360) 464-2015 for a free estimate, or read on for the specifics.
How Copperfield Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Chimney Cap 3000 Series: mesh screen separation. The 3000 Series uses a spot-welded mesh that fatigues at the weld points after 5-7 Olympia winters of freeze-thaw cycling. Moisture gets in, rust follows, and the screen pulls away from the frame like a loose tooth. We replace with a Gelco or Famco equivalent that uses a continuous hemmed edge, or source OEM Copperfield if the homeowner prefers exact-match appearance. The camera goes in first. Everything else follows from what it finds.
- Multi-Flue Cap (MFC) line: lid sag on wider spans. Copperfield’s MFC caps over 36 inches show lid deflection under heavy snow load, common in Olympia’s occasional wet-snow events when the cap sits above a tall chase. The lid tilts, pooling water accelerates crown deterioration beneath. We shim the mounting points, replace with a reinforced Gelco multi-flue, or fabricate a custom cricket to shed load if the chase geometry demands it.
- Crown Coat (CC-100) system: delamination from thermal shock. The CC-100 is a brush-applied elastomeric crown sealer. In Olympia’s climate, south-facing crowns expand and contract hard; the CC-100 can check and peel at the edges after 3-4 years if the substrate wasn’t prepped to bare concrete. We grind to sound concrete, apply a bonding agent, and re-coat with HeatShield CrownCoat or fresh CC-100 per owner preference. Corrine Halstead has seen this exact pattern on roofs near the Capitol Campus enough times to spot it from the ladder.
- Chimney Cap 1000 Series: base rail corrosion at salt-air exposures. Homes closer to Budd Inlet or the Deschutes estuary see accelerated base rail rust on the 1000’s galvanized steel. The rail swells, lifting fasteners and creating a gap for water intrusion. We replace with a stainless or copper-finish cap from our Haven buying network, matched to flue count and dimension, and seal the new rail with polyurethane to break the capillary path.
- Crown construction (non-series, original equipment): corner cracking from inadequate reinforcement. Many Olympia homes built 2005-2015 have Copperfield crowns poured without fiber mesh or rebar chairs. The crown cracks at the corners first, water migrates to the flue wall, and freeze-thaw opens the gap wider each winter. We remove the failed crown, form and pour a new reinforced crown with proper drip edge and slope, or apply a structural crown rebuild with welded wire if the flue wall is sound.
Our Copperfield Chimney Cap & Crown Process

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Schedule and confirm. Call (360) 464-2015 or book online. We confirm your Copperfield model if you know it, or flag “unknown cap/crown” for field identification.
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NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection on arrival. Camera down the flue, photos of the crown surface, cap fit, and flue wall condition. We document everything before touching a tool.
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Written scope and price. Haven Standard Clause 1: written price, written scope, written warranty delivered before work starts. No exceptions. If parts need ordering, we note lead time.
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Parts decision: OEM or quality aftermarket. We stock Gelco, Famco, and Olympia Chimney caps; Copperfield OEM ships 3-5 business days through our Haven buying network. We explain the trade-off and let you choose.
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Repair or replacement. Cap swap takes 1-2 hours. Crown repair or rebuild takes 3-5 hours depending on pour size and cure requirements. We test fit, seal, and photo-document the finished work.
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Cleanup, records, and guarantee. You receive the photo record, written warranty, and 365-Day Done Right Promise stamped on the job. Payment only after you review and approve.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Copperfield cap replacement (single flue, standard size) | $280 - $520 | Stainless vs. copper finish; flue dimension; chase height/access |
| Multi-flue cap replacement (MFC line or equivalent) | $480 - $890 | Span width; reinforcement needs; custom cricket fabrication |
| Crown coating (CC-100 or HeatShield CrownCoat) | $340 - $580 | Crown square footage; prep depth; number of cracks filled |
| Partial crown repair (corner rebuild, bonded) | $620 - $1,150 | Extent of spalling; rebar exposure; flue wall condition |
| Full crown removal and replacement | $1,400 - $2,600 | Crown dimensions; scaffolding needs; pour access |
These are the honest ranges we see in Olympia’s market. A cap on a single-story ranch near Lacey costs less than the same cap on a three-story chase off Budd Inlet with limited roof access. We don’t know your exact price until we measure and photograph. Call (360) 464-2015 for a free estimate - estimates are free, and we bring the camera.
Why Olympia Homeowners Call Level Two Chimney Olympia for Copperfield Work

We’ve completed more than 38,000 chimney inspections and cleanings since 2009, every one with a written price before work started and a documented record when done. As an independent Copperfield service provider, we’re not bound to push OEM parts when a quality aftermarket cap from Gelco or Famco fits better and lasts longer. Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and carry license information on every page of their paperwork. You get a text when your tech is en route. Calls are answered live, 24/7, by a person who can schedule, not a voicemail tree. And if another company handed you a quote for crown work that feels high, Haven Standard Clause 5 applies: free second opinion on any written estimate. Bring it in.
FAQs
Copperfield’s original product warranty covers manufacturing defects, not installation or subsequent service. As an independent service provider, our repairs don’t void a valid manufacturing warranty, though damage caused by improper installation or non-OEM parts may not be covered. We document everything so you have evidence if a claim arises. Call (360) 464-2015 if you want us to review your warranty status before scheduling.
Most single-flue cap replacements take 1-2 hours from ladder set to final photo. Multi-flue caps or jobs requiring custom fabrication run 3-4 hours. We don’t rush the fit check or the seal. Call (360) 464-2015 to book - most inspections are scheduled within a week.
Yes. We source Copperfield OEM through our Haven buying network, typically 3-5 business days for standard sizes. Custom or discontinued lines may take longer; we’ll tell you before you commit. We also stock Gelco and Famco equivalents that match most Copperfield dimensions and finishes if speed matters more than brand match.
Hairline cracks without spalling, rust staining, or interior water damage usually qualify for coating after proper prep. We grind to sound concrete, fill cracks with compatible mortar, and apply CC-100 or HeatShield CrownCoat. If the crown is thin at the edge, actively spalling, or showing rebar rust, partial or full rebuild is the honest call. The camera and photos show you which category you’re in before you decide. Call (360) 464-2015 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Every chimney, Copperfield or otherwise, needs an NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection annually if it’s in regular use. In Olympia’s wet climate with freeze-thaw cycles, we also recommend a visual crown check each fall before burning season starts. Crown coating should be examined for edge lifting every 2-3 years. We note crown condition on every visit and tell you plainly when work can wait and when it can’t. Call (360) 464-2015 to schedule.
Written by Corrine Halstead, Owner, Level Two Chimney Olympia at Level Two Chimney Olympia, serving Olympia and nearby areas.





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