Flashing repair where the chimney meets the roof in Pembroke Park
Old roof cement is treated as evidence rather than a repair before any new flashing is proposed.
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Flashing trouble you may notice in Pembroke Park
- Damp wall next to the chimney breast
- Rust streaks on roofing below the chimney
- Cracked sealant along the mortar joint
- Broken tiles around the chimney base
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Chimney flashing repair in Pembroke Park, explained
Step flashing follows the roofing courses
On a shingle roof, the sides of a chimney are usually flashed with separate step pieces. Each piece sits under one course of roofing and over the piece below it. Water running down the slope is handed from one piece to the next and back onto the roof.
The Florida Building Code allows sidewall flashing by the step method or a continuous angle piece. For chimneys on shingle roofs, it points to the shingle maker's instructions. We read the roofing in place before choosing. Tell us if the roof was replaced recently, since new roofing sometimes goes over old step pieces.
Corners decide whether the lap holds
Corners are where flat metal has to change direction, and where cuts and folds leave the most seams. Good practice uses tabs at each corner or preformed pieces, with every bend sealed on its hidden side. A corner that was cut and pushed into place can open as the metal heats and cools.
When we lift the roofing at a corner, we look at how the pieces were joined and whether sealant alone was closing the gap. The findings describe each corner in plain words. That helps you compare our scope with any other proposal you receive.
Looking at flashing after a strong storm
After a strong storm, it is worth looking at the chimney from the ground. Wind can lift the edges of counter flashing, loosen pieces at the corners and bend metal that was already weak. Damage may not leak until the next heavy rain.
Look for metal standing away from the brick, pieces hanging loose or roofing disturbed near the chimney. Stay off the roof and away from anything hanging. If you see damage, describe it when you call, and we will look at the flashing and the top during the visit.
When matching tile is hard to find
Clay and concrete tiles come in many profiles and colors, and some are no longer made. If tiles near the chimney break during the work, finding exact matches can take time. Salvaged tiles from elsewhere on the roof are sometimes an option.
We talk about this before starting, not after a tile cracks. The estimate says how many spare tiles, if any, you have and what happens if more are needed. If a close match is the best available, you decide whether it is acceptable before it goes on the roof.
Scope notes for chimney flashing work
- Crown and cap noted as separate items
- Roofer coordination and scope boundary
- Access plan for roof height and pitch
- Openings covered at the end of each day
Flashing questions we hear in Pembroke Park
How long does chimney flashing repair take in Pembroke Park?
It depends on the roof covering, the number of faces and whether a reglet has to be recut. A single face on a shingle roof is quicker than a full reflash on tile. The estimate gives the expected duration for your job.
Can you repair flashing where a metal roof meets the chimney?
Yes, with details that follow the panel profile and the roofing maker's instructions. We identify the panel type first. If cutting or refitting panels is better done by a roofer, the estimate says so and shows where our part of the work ends.
Can I see what failed on the old flashing?
Yes. Ask before the work starts and we set the old pieces aside so you can see the rusted laps or short corners. The written record of the work also describes what we found when the old metal came out.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Top-Sealing Damper InstallationFit a top-mounted damper only after checking the fireplace, product restrictions and control route.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Wood-Burning Fireplace Insert InstallationFit a wood-burning insert after assessing its host fireplace and full connection requirements.
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo