Chimney flashing replacement for Andover Lakes homeowners
Repair only what failed and know what you paid for. Written estimates and satisfaction guaranteed on flashing work in Andover Lakes.
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What we check on Andover Lakes roofs before reflashing
A short list with a big effect on whether the leak stops. We confirm each item at your Andover Lakes address.
- Old tar, caulk and patch metal to remove
- Tile to lift and reset, on tile roofs
- Chimney width against the code's cricket rule
- Sealant products and where each one goes
How we handle chimney flashing repair in Andover Lakes
The details below shape the repair we recommend in Andover Lakes, and each one shows up in your written estimate.
Why a bead of caulk is not flashing
Caulk and roofing cement are useful inside a proper flashing detail, sealing a seam or the slot that holds counter flashing. On their own, spread over a gap at the chimney base, they are a stopgap that hardens, shrinks and lets go of the masonry as it ages in the sun.
We often find chimneys with several generations of sealant stacked over the same joint. Each layer hid the one before it, and none dealt with the metal underneath. Our crew removes failed patch material to see the real condition, then proposes flashing work that does not depend on the next tube of sealant.
Soft roof decking at the chimney
A leak that has run for a while can soften the roof decking around the chimney. That damage is often found only when shingles or tile come up for the flashing work.
If we find soft or broken decking, we stop and show you the area before going further. Decking repair is roofing work, so the estimate lists it separately, explains what it involves and says who handles it. Nothing is added to your bill without your approval first.
The layer under the roofing at the chimney
Beneath shingles or tile lies an underlayment that acts as a second line of defense. At the chimney that layer is often cut, patched or missing, especially where earlier repairs have been made.
When the roofing is opened for flashing, we check the underlayment around the chimney. If it needs repair, we tell you what it involves and whether it falls inside our scope or the roofer's. Where the underlayment is sound, we leave it alone and lap the new flashing over it as the roofing detail requires.
Branches over the chimney
Branches over the roof drop leaves onto the chimney junction and can rub against flashing and counter flashing in the wind. Both wear the metal and its seals faster than weather alone.
If limbs hang over or touch the chimney, we mention it in the findings. Trimming is your call, but it keeps the junction clearer and spares the new flashing from scraping. We also note any limb that would make the roof work unsafe on the day.
Other work in Andover Lakes
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- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair the transition above the fireplace opening.
- Stone Chimney RepairKeep stone repairs suited to the existing masonry.
Learn more about chimney flashing repairAndover Lakes services
Chimney flashing questions from Andover Lakes
Still deciding? These answers help, and the inspection in Andover Lakes is free.
Is there a charge for the flashing inspection?
No. The inspection and the written estimate are free, with no obligation. Book within 72 hours after the inspection and the estimate shows 10% off.
Can the new flashing be painted to match?
Some metals take paint well and some are better left bare, and paint only holds on a clean, prepared surface. We tell you which is which for your flashing. If you choose paint, the product and the color go into your written scope, so the finish can be matched later.
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