Locally owned chimney and fireplace company in Sea Ranch Lakes

Where a chimney passes through the roof, the seal depends on two layers of metal working together. Base or step flashing runs under the roofing and turns up against the brick. Counter flashing is set into the masonry joints and laps down over it, so water running down the chimney face lands outside the lower layer.

Masonry guidance also calls for a cricket behind a wide chimney, so water does not pond against its upper side. If either layer is missing, loose or held only by a bead of caulk, rain can slip behind it. The stain may then appear on a ceiling well away from the chimney. That is why our team traces the path in Sea Ranch Lakes before recommending a fix.

Ours is a family business, locally owned, and we explain what we find in plain terms before anyone picks up a tool. The free inspection covers the flashing, the crown, the cap and the brick above the roofline, because any of them can feed the same stain. Resealing the metal while a cracked crown drips onto it would leave you with the same mark on the ceiling.

When the answer is still unclear, we may suggest a hose water test, and only when the job calls for it. Your free written estimate lists each item with upfront pricing, so you can see what the flashing work covers and what belongs to a roofer. The approved service is 10% off when your yes arrives inside 72 hours of the free inspection.

Roofing and chimney trades meet at this joint, so mention any recent roof work on the house. Any chimney we leave open gets a cover each evening, and the old metal goes out with us. The finished job comes with a written record and our workmanship warranty. Beyond flashing, we sweep flues, repair masonry and service wood, gas and electric fireplaces for homes in Sea Ranch Lakes.