Leaking chimney flashing repaired in Wedgefield
Repair only what failed and know what you paid for. Written estimates and satisfaction guaranteed on flashing work in Wedgefield.
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What we check on Wedgefield roofs before reflashing
These are the details that decide how the flashing is repaired. You see each one in writing before our Wedgefield team starts.
- Tile to lift and reset, on tile roofs
- Crown, cap and brick checked as other water paths
- Exposed fasteners and old mounting holes
- Valleys and downspouts draining toward the chimney
How we handle chimney flashing repair in Wedgefield
Three parts of the job our flashing specialists explain to homeowners in Wedgefield before any metal is ordered.
The corners where many leaks begin
Every chimney corner is a place where two flashing faces meet and the metal has to fold. BIA Technical Note 19B describes base flashing installed first on the faces perpendicular to the ridge, with tabs at each corner that wrap onto the neighboring faces.
Corners without those tabs, or with a tab torn at the fold, leave a small open seam right where water gathers. We check all four corners closely, since a pinhole there can explain a stain that appears only during a long rain. Corner work is listed on its own in the estimate so you can see what it involves.
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.
Downspouts that empty beside the chimney
An upper-roof downspout that empties onto the roof near a chimney sends a concentrated stream across one flashing face. Even well-made flashing can be overwhelmed when a whole roof section drains onto it.
We look at where upper downspouts discharge and whether that water crosses the chimney junction. Sometimes extending or redirecting the downspout matters as much as the flashing itself. We point it out and leave the gutter work to you or your gutter contractor unless we agree otherwise.
The written record you keep after the job
After the repair you receive a written summary of the work, including the faces flashed, the metal and the method used for the counter flashing. That record helps the next roofer, chimney crew or buyer understand what is on your roof.
It helps us too if you call again. We can see what was done and compare any new symptom with the original scope instead of starting from zero. The record lists the date of the work as well, which helps anyone judging later whether a new stain is part of the old story or something new.
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Chimney flashing questions from Wedgefield
Answers from our specialists in Wedgefield, 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.
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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