Finding the chimney leak and fixing it in Croissant Park
Your leak history, the roof, the attic and the firebox are read together before any repair is proposed.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Water marks that suggest a chimney leak
- Brick faces flaking or crumbling
- Leak that appears only in strong wind
- Water on a lower floor below the chimney
- Chunks of concrete or tile in the firebox
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Stopping a chimney leak at the right part
Rust streaks down the outside
Rust streaks on a chimney or its chase usually start at metal that is corroding. A rusting cap, a chase cover with holes or old steel at the roof junction can all leave streaks. Where metal is rusting, water is getting at it.
We trace each streak to its source. A streak from a cap that is simply weathering may not be a leak path. A streak from a rusted-through cover probably is. The findings say which is which, so rust staining does not get mistaken for proof of a leak.
Paint that traps water in brick
Paint on a brick chimney can hold water in rather than keep it out. Water that gets behind the paint through cracks or open joints cannot dry outward easily. The brick stays wet longer, and the paint may blister or peel.
If your chimney is painted, tell us whether you know when it was done and with what. We check for blistering, peeling and damp brick beneath. The findings explain whether the paint is part of the leak story and what can be done about it, as a separate item from the leak repair.
When more investigation is needed
Sometimes the free inspection narrows the leak down without pinning it. A staged hose water test, if the job calls for it, or opening a small area may be needed to confirm the path. That is a separate step from the repair itself.
We explain why more investigation is worth doing and what it involves. You approve it as its own item. Its result then decides the repair, which is quoted separately. This keeps you from paying for a large repair based on a guess.
Choosing among repair options
A leak can often be fixed in more than one way. A crown might be sealed or rebuilt. A roof junction might be resealed or replaced. The right choice depends on the condition of the part and how much life is left in it.
We lay out the options that fit the evidence and explain what each can be expected to do. The decision is yours. If you choose a smaller repair, we note the risks in writing, so you know what to watch for and when to call us back.
Leak details settled before you approve
- Chase cover and storm collar
- Access plan for roof and attic
- Open chimney covered each work day
- Written record of the completed repair
Leak questions answered for Croissant Park
Do you fix the ceiling stain as part of the leak repair?
No. Interior repair is a separate trade, and it makes sense only after the water has stopped and the area has dried. We tell you when the chimney side is finished so the ceiling or wall can be restored.
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.
What makes one leak repair bigger than another?
The part involved, how far the damage has spread and how hard the part is to reach. A resealed joint is small and a new crown is larger. The estimate explains each factor so you can see why the scope is sized as it is.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo