Leaking chimney repairs that start with the path in Palmetto Estates
Leak repairs approved within 72 hours of the free inspection at your home carry a 10% discount.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Leak symptoms we trace in Palmetto Estates
- Water dripping onto the damper or firebox
- Ceiling stain beside the chimney breast
- Leak that appears only in strong wind
- Leak that began after roof work
Jump to
How we trace a chimney leak to its source
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.
A short-term step while repairs wait
Sometimes the permanent repair cannot happen right away, perhaps because a part has to be ordered or a roof project is planned. A temporary step can reduce the water in the meantime. It is not a repair and should not be treated as one.
Any stopgap we suggest has its own line on the estimate, with its purpose and its limits spelled out. Keep an eye on it after each rain, and treat the permanent repair as still owed. We would rather say that clearly than let a stopgap be mistaken for a fix.
What happens on the repair day
On the repair day we arrive with the materials for the agreed item and set up access to the part being fixed. Areas below the work are protected. We tell you before we start if anything has changed since the estimate.
If the work uncovers something new, we stop and explain it before doing anything more. Any extra item is priced and approved separately. When the repair is done, we clean up, haul away the debris and go through what was completed. The written record follows.
Protecting the room during a leak check
Tracing a leak can mean running water outside while someone watches inside. Before any such test, we protect the floor and furniture near the chimney and around the marks. We explain where water might appear.
Tell us about floors or finishes that need special care, such as wood or rugs near the hearth. Move small valuables out of the room beforehand if you can. Any water that comes in during a test is caught and dried, and the room is left clean.
Leak checks listed in your estimate
- Access plan for roof and attic
- Open chimney covered each work day
- Hidden damage flagged for assessment
- Ground and irrigation sources ruled out
Before you approve leak work in Palmetto Estates
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.
The chimney started leaking after a new roof. What now?
Tell us when the roof work was done and by whom. The roof junction is a likely suspect, because metal may have been reused or disturbed. We explain what we find in terms your roofer can act on.
Can you show me the part that caused the leak?
Yes, if the repair removes it. Ask before the work starts and we set the old piece aside for you to look at. The written record also describes what we found when it came off.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Chase Cover ReplacementReplace the chase top with a properly planned cover and clearly defined pipe connections.
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
- Gas Fireplace VentingAssess and repair the gas fireplace vent arrangement using components suited to the identified system.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
Proudly American
Local service. Careful repairs. A fireplace worth coming home to.
Call Now (645) 465-4171We received your request
Our team will contact you to arrange your inspection.
Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo