Chimney flashing replacement for Baldwin Park homeowners
Repair only what failed and know what you paid for. Written estimates and satisfaction guaranteed on flashing work in Baldwin Park.
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What we check on Baldwin Park roofs before reflashing
A short list with a big effect on whether the leak stops. We confirm each item at your Baldwin Park address.
- Back pan or cricket on the uphill side
- Roofing lifted around the chimney and how it goes back
- Tile to lift and reset, on tile roofs
- Exposed fasteners and old mounting holes
What goes into a flashing job in Baldwin Park
Three parts of the job our flashing specialists explain to homeowners in Baldwin Park before any metal is ordered.
Counter flashing on a stucco-faced chimney
Plenty of chimneys are finished in stucco over block rather than exposed brick, which means there are no visible mortar joints to set counter flashing into. The detail has to account for the stucco layer, how it sheds water and where the metal can actually be anchored.
We look at how the existing counter flashing was attached and whether water is getting behind the stucco above it. Then we propose a detail suited to that finish, which may mean cutting a groove for the metal or a surface-mounted piece with a proper seal. The method is explained in writing before any cutting.
Opening a joint for new counter flashing
New counter flashing on brick needs a clean slot to sit in. That slot is usually an existing mortar joint, raked out to the depth the metal needs, or a groove cut into the masonry where the joints do not line up with the roof.
Cutting makes dust, so we protect the roof and the ground below and clean up afterward. The slot is then closed with mortar or a masonry sealant around the metal, depending on the detail. We explain which method we propose and why before any saw touches the chimney.
Water that gets behind the counter flashing from above
Brick and mortar absorb water. When the masonry above the roofline is saturated, water can move down inside the chimney wall and come out behind the counter flashing, where no amount of work on the outside metal will stop it.
Clues include dampness on the chimney inside the attic, above the roof deck, and wet spots that continue after new flashing is in. We look for those signs and, when they show up, recommend the masonry or crown repair that deals with water entering higher up.
Copper flashing on a masonry chimney
Copper resists corrosion well, can be soldered at the corners and weathers to a brown and later green patina. It costs more than aluminum or steel and needs fasteners and neighboring metals that will not react with it.
If you want copper, we explain how it will look over time and what we do to keep it from touching incompatible metal. We also tell you where soldered seams are used and where laps and sealant do the work instead.
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Chimney flashing questions from Baldwin Park
Short answers from our chimney team in Baldwin Park. Call for anything not covered here.
We have a skylight near the chimney. Could that be the leak?
It could. A skylight carries its own flashing, often from its maker's kit, and the two can share a strip of roof, so water past one can show up beside the other. We check both and tell you which is letting water in, then quote the skylight side in writing or send you to the right trade.
What should I look for after a big storm?
From the yard, look for metal standing away from the masonry, bent edges or pieces that are gone. A leak that starts right after a storm usually traces to a piece that was already weak. If you see anything, book a free inspection before the next heavy rain and keep the ladder in the garage.
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