Where the chimney leak starts, found and fixed in Boulevard Gardens
Water on the damper, stains on the ceiling or damp brick, each clue followed to its source in Boulevard Gardens.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Leak signs worth reporting in Boulevard Gardens
- Damp patch on the wall near the fireplace
- Musty smell near the fireplace after rain
- Powdery white residue on the brick
- Leak that appears only in strong wind
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Chimney leak repair in Boulevard Gardens, step by step
Water behind stone veneer
Stone on a chimney can be solid masonry or a thin veneer over a backing. Veneer relies on a drainage layer behind it to carry away water that gets through. If that layer was left out or blocked, water can be trapped behind the stone and find its way inside.
We look at the joints, the edges of the veneer and any signs of water at its base. If the veneer assembly is the likely path, the repair belongs to stone work, which is priced separately. The leak findings say why the stone is suspected and what else was ruled out.
Joining a leak repair with roof work
If a roof replacement is planned, the chimney leak can sometimes be fixed at the same time. With the roofing already off around the stack, the junction and the masonry near it are easy to reach. That can save disturbing the roof twice.
Tell us your roof plans when you book. We can assess the chimney before the roofer starts and agree who handles which part. If the leak is active and the roof work is some time away, we explain a short-term step so water is not left coming in while you wait.
Water through a cracked flue
The flue liner is meant to contain smoke and gases, but it also keeps rain that enters the top inside the flue. If the liner is cracked, water running down it can escape into the surrounding masonry and appear on walls well below the top.
We look down the flue where it can be seen from the top and the firebox. If the liner is part of the leak, its repair is a separate item with its own reasons. The top of the chimney is dealt with first, because a capped flue lets far less water reach the liner.
Accessible parts and concealed parts
An inspection can judge the parts it can reach. The top of the chimney, the exposed masonry, the roof junction, the attic framing and the firebox can be seen directly. The inside of walls, the space behind finishes and the underside of roofing cannot.
Our findings separate what we saw from what we inferred. Where a conclusion depends on something concealed, we say so. If opening an area would settle the question, we explain what that involves and let you decide whether it is worth doing.
Leak details settled before you approve
- Cap and flue opening at the top
- Staged hose water test when the job calls for it
- Debris cleaned up and hauled away
- Workmanship warranty on the repaired part
Asked often about leaking chimneys
What if the water is not coming from the chimney at all?
Then we tell you, explain what we saw and suggest which trade to call. Plumbing vents, skylights, attic lines and roofing near the chimney can all send water to the same spot. You should not pay for chimney work that would not stop it.
Will one repair stop the leak for good?
If the confirmed path is the sole way in, the repair should close it. Some chimneys have two paths, and fixing one reduces the leak without ending it. We say when we suspect more than one and explain the order of repairs.
Is there a charge for the leak inspection?
The inspection costs nothing, and neither does the estimate that comes out of it. If more investigation is needed, such as opening an area, it is offered as a separate item that you approve before it happens.
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.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
- 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