Level 1 sweep and inspection to the NFPA 211 annual standard - flue, crown, cap, and flashing checked and photographed
Chimney sweep logs do not sweep chimneys. They loosen some creosote - which then falls where a brush and vacuum still have to collect it.
HeatShield Chimney Cap & Crown in Kennesaw: What to Know First
Level Two Chimney Kennesaw provides independent HeatShield chimney cap and crown service throughout Kennesaw, from standard cap swaps on single-flue systems to full crown resurfacing with HeatShield’s proprietary coating systems. Most HeatShield cap and crown jobs we book in Kennesaw are completed within one scheduled visit, with a written price delivered before any work starts and a documented photo record sent after. We’re not affiliated with or authorized by HeatShield - we’re an independent service provider who sources parts through Haven’s buying network and knows where these products tend to fail in Cobb County’s wet winters and sudden spring temperature swings. If you own a HeatShield cap or crown and want an honest assessment of whether it needs repair, replacement, or just a proper inspection, call (678) 535-2204. We write it down before we ask you to decide anything.
How HeatShield Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- HeatShield ProForm crown coating delamination on south-facing Kennesaw stacks. The ProForm resurfacing system holds up well overall, but we’ve tracked repeated separation where the original crown was poured with too little slope and the Georgia sun bakes the southern exposure while afternoon thunderstorms hit it cold. The coating lifts at the edges, water gets underneath, and freeze-thaw in January finishes the job. We strip the failed coating, re-pitch the crown for proper runoff, then reapply with a modified base coat formulated for Cobb County’s UV load.
- HeatShield CeCure flue liner caps corroding at the mesh weld. The CeCure stainless mesh is 304-grade, which is adequate for most applications, but when it’s paired with a galvanized spark arrestor frame in Kennesaw’s humid shoulder seasons, the galvanic reaction eats the weld in 4-7 years. We catch this during camera inspection because the first sign is rust staining down the flue tile. Our fix: replace with a 316L marine-grade cap from our Haven network, or source the OEM CeCure replacement cap if the homeowner prefers - priced both ways in writing before we order.
- HeatShield Joint Repair crowns cracking at the flue tile interface. The Joint Repair system is built for flue restoration, but some Kennesaw installers in the 2015-2019 window used it as a crown repair shortcut, slopping it over the crown-to-flue joint without proper expansion accommodation. It cures hard, the flue expands when the fireplace runs, and the crown cracks in a neat ring. We remove the misapplied material, cut a proper reglet joint, and rebuild with CrownCoat or a poured concrete crown depending on the damage depth.
- Multi-flue HeatShield caps pooling water on low-slope Kennesaw roofs. HeatShield’s multi-flue cap line works fine when the lid has adequate pitch, but on the shallow rooflines common in Legacy Park and the older sections near Kennesaw Mountain, the factory 3/12 pitch isn’t enough. Water sits, leaf debris ferments, and the cap frame rusts from the inside out. We measure the actual roof pitch on site, then spec a custom-fabricated lid at 5/12 or steeper from our Olympia Chimney supply line - or modify the HeatShield frame with a raised cricket if the homeowner wants to keep the original brand visible.
- HeatShield chase cover sealant failing at the storm collar on manufactured chimneys. The factory bead of sealant where the chase cover meets the flue pipe dries out faster in Kennesaw than the company specs suggest - we think it’s the combination of summer attic heat and winter stack effect pulling cold air. Water tracks down the flue pipe and pools in the firebox. We remove the chase cover, reseal with a high-solids silicone rated for 400°F continuous, and add a secondary storm collar with a drip edge. Camera inspection before and after, per Clause 4 of the Haven Standard.
Our HeatShield Chimney Cap & Crown Process

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Call and schedule. A live person answers, checks Corrine’s calendar for Kennesaw, and books a window. You get a text when your tech is en route.
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NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection with camera. We run the camera down the flue, photograph the crown from the roof and the ladder, and document cap condition, mesh integrity, and rust patterns. Every image is time-stamped and saved to your job record.
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Written diagnosis and price. Corrine reviews the findings with you on-site or by phone, explains whether the fix is cap-only, crown-only, or both, and delivers a written scope with two parts: the repair and the price. OEM HeatShield parts and quality aftermarket alternatives are priced separately if both apply.
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Repair with documented steps. Tech performs the work, photographs each stage, and notes any deviations from the written scope with your approval.
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Final camera verification and cleanup. We re-inspect with the camera, confirm proper draft and water shedding, leave the work area clean, and upload the complete photo record to your account.
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Warranty and follow-up. The 365-Day Done Right Promise applies. Your written warranty specifies materials, labor coverage, and what “done right” means for your specific repair.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| HeatShield cap replacement (single flue, standard size) | $340-$580 | Flue diameter, mesh gauge (304 vs. 316L), access height |
| HeatShield multi-flue cap replacement or modification | $620-$1,150 | Custom lid fabrication, frame salvage vs. full replacement, cricket addition |
| Crown repair with HeatShield-compatible coating | $480-$890 | Crown square footage, delamination depth, re-pitching required |
| Full crown rebuild (poured concrete) | $1,400-$2,600 | Crown dimensions, flue count, formwork complexity, chimney height |
| Chase cover reseal and storm collar upgrade | $280-$450 | Cover salvage condition, flue pipe diameter, attic access difficulty |
These are the prices we actually write down for Kennesaw homeowners - not opening bids that shift once we’re on the roof. Every estimate includes the camera inspection, photo documentation, and a second-opportunity review if you’ve got a competitor’s written quote in hand. Call (678) 535-2204 for your exact number; estimates are free.
Why Kennesaw Homeowners Call Level Two Chimney Kennesaw for HeatShield Work

We’ve inspected and cleaned more than 38,000 chimneys since 2009, and a growing share of the Kennesaw calls Corrine fields now involve HeatShield products installed during the 2015-2019 new-construction boom in neighborhoods like Legacy Park and Barrett Greene. Those caps and crowns are hitting their first real maintenance cycle. Our techs know the difference between a CeCure cap that needs cleaning and one that’s galvanically compromised. If HeatShield parts are back-ordered or priced out of line, we pull from DuraFlex, Gelco, or Olympia Chimney through Haven’s buying network - same spec, honest price, no markup theater. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is stamped on every job. And Clause 4 of the Haven Standard means you get the camera footage and the stills, not a verbal summary that changes when you ask to see it again.
FAQs
HeatShield’s warranty on caps and crowns covers defects in materials and original factory workmanship; it does not require factory-authorized service for routine maintenance or replacement. Using an independent provider like Level Two Chimney Kennesaw does not void coverage for a genuinely defective part, though warranty claims for the part itself would still go through your original installer or HeatShield directly. We document everything we touch so there’s no dispute about what we did versus what failed. Call (678) 535-2204 if you want us to review your warranty paperwork before we start.
Most single-flue cap replacements and crown coating repairs are completed in 2-4 hours on the scheduled day. Full crown rebuilds typically require a return visit to allow the pour to cure, though we inspect and photograph the formwork before we leave the first day. We don’t quote turnaround times we can’t meet - your written scope includes the schedule. Call (678) 535-2204 to check current availability.
We recommend repair when the crown has surface cracking or minor spalling with intact structural thickness - usually a coating or partial resurfacing. Full replacement makes sense when the crown is less than 1.5 inches thick at any point, has through-cracks that let water reach the flue, or was improperly sloped from installation. Corrine makes the call with you on-site, camera footage in hand, and explains which category your crown falls into before you sign anything. Call (678) 535-2204 for an inspection.
We source both. OEM HeatShield caps and coating materials are available through our Haven network, and we quote them when the homeowner prefers brand-matched replacement. We also stock quality aftermarket equivalents from Gelco and Olympia Chimney that meet or exceed the original spec - sometimes at lower cost, sometimes faster to obtain. Your written estimate lists both options when both apply, with no pressure either direction. Call (678) 535-2204 to discuss what’s in stock for your model.
NFPA 211 recommends annual inspection for all chimney systems, and in Kennesaw’s climate we endorse that for HeatShield products specifically. The combination of summer UV, fall leaf debris, and winter freeze-thaw means cap mesh clogging and crown seal fatigue show up reliably between October and March. Catching it in September is cheaper than catching it in February. We include the camera inspection and photo record with every sweep or cap call. Call (678) 535-2204 to book before burning season.
Ready to see what your HeatShield cap or crown actually looks like from the inside? Call (678) 535-2204 to schedule a free estimate. We’ll run the camera, name the price in writing, and let you decide on your own timeline.
Written by Corrine Halstead, Owner, Level Two Chimney Kennesaw at Level Two Chimney Kennesaw, serving Kennesaw and nearby areas.





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