Chimney leak detection and repair in Lake Mary Jane
Stop the stain at its source. Our Lake Mary Jane leak pros trace the water to the cap, crown, flashing or brick before quoting.
- Licensed & insured
- Locally run
- Family owned and operated
- Same-day service available
Leak details we put in writing in Lake Mary Jane
These items keep a leak repair in Lake Mary Jane from turning into a second visit.
- Base flashing and counterflashing on each face
- Attic view of the roof deck and framing
- The repair that closes that entry point
- Workmanship warranty on the completed repair
Tracing and fixing chimney leaks in Lake Mary Jane
Here is how our local team works through a chimney leak at your Lake Mary Jane home.
Eroded mortar joints that let water in
Mortar joints wear faster than brick, and once they recess or crack, rain runs into the wall instead of off it. Sand collecting on the roof below the chimney is often the first sign. On your Lake Mary Jane chimney we check joint depth and find where the worn joints line up with the leak. Repointing that section restores the joints without disturbing brick that is still sound. The new mortar is matched to the brick, so the repair neither traps water nor cracks the brick edges.
When a sealer is the wrong answer
It is tempting to hope one coat of sealer will stop every chimney leak. It will not close an open crack, replace missing flashing, cap an open flue or reshape a flat crown. If someone has already sprayed your Lake Mary Jane chimney and it still leaks, that is a strong hint the water is coming through an opening rather than through the brick. We find that opening and fix it directly. We can also tell you whether the old sealer needs removing first, since some products keep new mortar from bonding.
Matching metals and fasteners
When two different metals touch in the wet, one can corrode faster than it would alone. Zinc-coated steel, for example, wears quickly against some other metals. For flashing, caps and chase covers at your Lake Mary Jane home, we use fasteners and parts that are compatible with each other, and the estimate names the metals so you know what is going on your roof. It is a small detail that can decide how long a repair lasts.
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Before your chimney leak repair in Lake Mary Jane
Our family-owned team in Lake Mary Jane answers the questions that come up most on leak jobs.
What if the roof is leaking and not the chimney?
We check the surrounding roof as part of the inspection. If the water is entering through the roof itself, we tell you plainly so the right trade can fix it.
Should I stop using the fireplace?
If water is reaching the firebox or damper, yes. Keep it out of use until the leak is repaired and the fireplace has been checked, since wet deposits and rusted parts can affect how it works.
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- No hidden fees
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