Chimney flashing repair for Meridian Park homes
Repair only what failed and know what you paid for. Written estimates and satisfaction guaranteed on flashing work in Meridian Park.
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What we check on Meridian Park roofs before reflashing
These are the details that decide how the flashing is repaired. You see each one in writing before our Meridian Park team starts.
- Apron flashing across the downhill face
- Mortar condition where counter flashing anchors
- Exposed fasteners and old mounting holes
- Findings that need a separate decision
Our approach to chimney flashing in Meridian Park
Practical points from our chimney flashing crew in Meridian Park.
Counter flashing belongs in the mortar joint
Counter flashing is the metal that hangs down over the top edge of the step and base flashing. On brick, its upper edge is bent into a mortar joint and mortared in, so water running down the chimney face passes over the seam instead of into it.
Brick Industry Association Technical Note 19B describes counter flashing inserted into a mortar joint about 3/4 to 1 inch and mortared solidly in place. When we find counter flashing held only by a bead of caulk on the brick face, we explain the difference and price setting it properly into the joint.
Shingle roofs follow the shingle maker's instructions
On an asphalt shingle roof, Section R905.2.8.4 of the Florida Building Code, Residential, says chimney flashing is applied in accordance with the shingle manufacturer's instructions. Those printed instructions describe how flashing meets that maker's shingles and what the roof covering needs to stay within its terms.
Before we reflash a chimney on a shingle roof, we identify the shingle product where we can and follow its published details. If the brand cannot be identified, we explain the detail we propose and how it lines up with the code's sidewall and base flashing options.
When the mortar holding the flashing gives up
Counter flashing is only as secure as the joint it sits in. When that mortar crumbles, the metal loosens, lifts at its top edge and lets water run straight down behind it.
Re-sealing the edge without repairing the joint rarely lasts. We rake out the failed mortar, reset or replace the counter flashing and repoint the joint so it grips the metal again. If mortar across the rest of the chimney is failing too, we tell you and quote that masonry work on its own line.
Temporary protection before the repair
When a leak is active and the repair has to wait for dry weather or materials, temporary protection can limit the damage. That may mean a secured cover over the junction or refastening a lifted piece of metal.
Temporary measures are just that. We tell you what they do and how long they are meant to last, and we remove them when the permanent flashing goes in. They are never a reason to put off the real repair longer than the weather requires.
Other work in Meridian Park
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- Stone Chimney RepairKeep stone repairs suited to the existing masonry.
- Fireplace RestorationBring an unused fireplace back with a coordinated plan.
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Chimney flashing questions from Meridian Park
Answers from our specialists in Meridian Park, with no sales pressure.
How do you know the leak is the flashing and not the chimney itself?
During the free inspection we check the crown, cap, brick and flashing and trace how water reaches the stain. If the flashing is not the source, we tell you and point to the repair that is.
Could our downspout be part of the problem?
It can. When an upper roof drains onto the roof beside the chimney, one flashing face takes the whole stream, and even good flashing can be overwhelmed. We check where upper downspouts empty. Moving or extending one is gutter work, which we point out and leave to you or your gutter contractor unless we agree otherwise.
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