Chimney step and counter flashing repair in Countryside
Fix the metal, not just the caulk. Free inspection in Countryside, then a clear written scope from our family team.
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- Same-day service available
Flashing details we put in writing in Countryside
Nothing here is guessed from the driveway. We check it up close in Countryside during the free inspection.
- Old tar, caulk and patch metal to remove
- Roofing lifted around the chimney and how it goes back
- Crown, cap and brick checked as other water paths
- Ladder placement and protection for your property
Flashing repair explained for Countryside homeowners
Straight answers about flashing work in Countryside, from the people who do it.
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.
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.
Roof pitch, height and access
How the crew reaches the chimney affects the time, equipment and care the job needs. A steep pitch, a two-story eave or a chimney tucked between rooflines calls for more setup than a low, gentle roof.
We assess access during the free inspection and explain what equipment will be used and where ladders will stand. If plantings, screen enclosures, solar panels or skylights sit near the work, tell us so the plan protects them from the start.
The order of work in a full reflash
A full reflash runs in a set order. Roofing around the chimney is lifted, old flashing and patch material come off, the deck and chimney base are checked, then the apron, step pieces, back pan and counter flashing go on in that order, each lapping the one before it.
The roofing is then restored around the new metal and the counter flashing joint is mortared or sealed. We describe this sequence in your estimate so you know what the roof will look like at each stage and how long the chimney area will be open.
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Before your flashing job in Countryside
Our family-owned team in Countryside answers the questions that come up most on flashing jobs.
What metal do you use for chimney flashing?
It depends on the roof covering and the chimney face. We commonly work with aluminum, coated steel, stainless and copper, and the Florida code requires the metal to be corrosion resistant. The metal and its thickness are written into your estimate.
What if you find rotten decking once the roof is opened?
We stop and show you before going further. Decking repair is listed as a separate item, and nothing is added to the job without your approval.
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