Chimney Leak Repair

Like any system that’s working hard, your chimney will eventually need some repairs. It’s made up of masonry and/or metal, and its exposure to fire and the elements can cause some of its many parts to fail. Since your chimney is doing such an important job in your home, you’ll want to take care of any needed repairs quickly and efficiently – and are here to help, no matter what your chimney repair needs are.

Correcting chimney leaks has got to be one of the more complicated services we provide. Water leaks can be persistent and tricky to diagnose, especially if the visual inspection did not pick up obvious areas of penetration or the water test is inconclusive. Water can also migrate from other higher elevations and present as a chimney leak leaving homeowners unsure of the entry point. What’s even more frustrating, once an area is sealed, additional leaks can occur in different areas of the home leaving some of our clients feeling like they’re running around in circles.

The more information we can collect about where you’re seeing the water, and under what circumstances, the better to help us understand the issue. We have identified and corrected thousands of water leaks and will work with you to try to identify and remedy this headache.

Signs that Your Chimney is Leaking

Here are some of the common signs that your chimney has a leaking issue:

• Dripping noises or water droplets

• Smell of mold or mildew, especially when it is rainy

• Water or condensation in your fireplace

• Water stains near your chimney on the walls or ceiling

• White staining, also known as efflorescence on your bricks

• Cracked or spalled chimney masonry