Chimneys are designed to withstand high temperatures and protect the structure of your home including the siding from damage.
How to install vinyl siding on a chimney chase.
Siding on the chimney should never be hot to the touch when your fireplace is in use.
How to install a chimney chase cover by rockford chimney supply.
Especially if faux stone or brick are used but also if vinyl siding or other siding is not properly installed and sealed.
Builders installing a stone or brick veneer often cover the entire chimney chase exterior with a stick on flashing membrane such as wr grace ice and water shield.
Use a tape measure to check that the distance remains consistent as you work upward.
I have looked around and a stainless steel chase cover is around 350 500.
Vinyl siding is generally not recommended for exterior chimney siding because of the heat that the chimney produces.
Through the chimney chase final covering.
Chimney chase covers i am planning to install vinyl siding around my 2 x 6 chimney and i need to purchase a chimney chase cover so water does not get behind the siding.
If the wall on the house side of the chimney chase is insulated then you need none in the chase itself.
Occasionally however it is found on chimneys installed on top of wood furring strips that provide a 1 inch clearance between the chimney and the siding.
As far as adding insulation it kind of depends on the construction.
Set up a ladder to install furring on the higher portion of the chimney.
The best solution is to contact a certified chimney sweep to inspect your chimney and determine the root cause of the problem.