Flashing repair where the chimney meets the roof in Brickell
Our family team explains what the flashing needs in Brickell and leaves the decision with you.
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Flashing problems we look for in Brickell
- Rust streaks on roofing below the chimney
- Gaps along the top edge of the metal
- Drips in the attic near the brick
- Cracked sealant along the mortar joint
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Chimney flashing repair in Brickell, explained
Planning roof access for flashing work
Reaching a chimney safely in Brickell depends on roof pitch, height, surface and what sits below. A steep tile roof on a second story needs a different setup from a low shingle roof. Access affects how long the job takes and what equipment comes on the visit.
Tell us when you book about the height of the roof and anything under the chimney, such as a pool deck, planters or a skylight. If ladders have to stand in a particular spot, let us know about gates, pets and parked cars. We plan access before the day of the work, not on arrival.
The written record of the flashing work
When the work at your home in Brickell is complete, you receive a written record of what was done. It names the faces worked on, the metal used, the pieces kept and any roofing that was replaced. It also notes anything we saw that was outside the agreed scope.
Keep that record with your roof papers. A roofer working on the house later can see how the chimney junction was built without opening it. If a question about the flashing comes up in future, the record shows what was installed and when the work was done.
Comparing two flashing proposals
When two proposals for the same chimney in Brickell differ widely, the difference usually sits in the scope rather than the price per piece. One may reseal the existing metal while the other replaces it. One may include the roofing around the chimney while the other leaves it out.
Line the two up face by face. Check which metal each names, how the counter flashing is held and what each says about the roofing. If our estimate is unclear on any of those points, ask and we will clarify it in writing before you choose.
Dust and noise when a reglet is cut
Cutting or cleaning out a reglet makes dust, and some of it drifts. We plan for it by covering what needs covering below the chimney and keeping cars and outdoor furniture clear. Tell us about anything near the chimney that you want protected.
Close nearby windows while that part of the work is going on, and keep pets indoors. The noise is brief compared with the rest of the job. When the cutting is done, dust and debris are cleaned up and hauled away with the old metal.
What we look at before reflashing in Brickell
- Mortar above and beside the reglet
- Interior stain noted for follow-up
- Hose water test when the job calls for it
- Roofer coordination and scope boundary
Flashing questions we hear in Brickell
Is resealing enough, or does the flashing need replacing?
That depends on the metal. If the pieces are sound and lapped correctly, and only the sealant has failed, a reseal can be the right repair. Rusted, short or wrongly lapped metal needs replacing, and we explain which applies after the inspection.
Will you need to go into the attic?
It helps if the attic is reachable. Stains, damp framing or wet insulation beside the chimney tell us a lot about where water gets in. Please clear a path to the hatch. If there is no access, we work from the roof and the rooms below.
How is the roof protected overnight if the job runs long?
Any opening at the chimney is covered before we leave each day. The estimate says whether the job is expected to run past one day, and we tell you what state the roof is in between visits.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo