A chimney leak traced and repaired in Rock Island
Upfront pricing, no hidden fees and a workmanship warranty on the leak repair we carry out in Rock Island.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Water marks that suggest a chimney leak
- Musty smell near the fireplace after rain
- Rust streaks down the chimney or chase
- Damper that has started to stick
- Leak that began after roof work
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From ceiling stain to leak entry point
Old stains and active leaks
A stain on the ceiling near the chimney may be old. A leak that was fixed long ago can leave a mark that nobody painted over. It is worth knowing whether the stain is still growing before spending money on it.
Mark the edge with a pencil and check it after the next heavy rain. If it has not changed, the source may already be dealt with. If it has grown, the leak is active. We ask about this during the inspection, because it changes how we read the chimney.
When a coating was tried first
Some leaks are treated first with a coating on the brick. If the water kept coming, the coating probably missed the path. Water-repellent treatments reduce absorption, but they do not close cracks, open joints or gaps at the top and the roof line.
Tell us what was applied and when. We check whether the coating is hiding anything or trapping water. The findings then focus on the path the coating did not reach. Any future treatment is a separate decision, made after the physical repair.
Be wary of a repair quoted without a diagnosis
A quote that names a large repair without explaining how the leak was traced deserves questions. Rebuilding, coating or reflashing a chimney may stop a leak, but only if the chosen part is the actual path.
Ask what evidence led to the recommendation and what was ruled out. If the answer is vague, it may be worth having the chimney looked at again. Our findings link each recommended item to what we saw, so you can check the reasoning yourself before paying for work.
Soft roof deck found during the repair
When water has been getting in at the roof junction for a long time, the roof deck next to the chimney may have softened. That is not visible until the roofing is lifted. A soft deck is unsafe to stand on and cannot hold new materials firmly.
We say in advance that the deck condition is unknown until the area is open. If we find damage, we stop and explain it before continuing. Replacing that part of the deck is its own item on the estimate. Some of that work suits a roofer better, and we tell you when it does.
Parts of a chimney leak job we price
- Nearby roof openings ruled in or out
- Unused flues checked at the top
- Open chimney covered each work day
- Ground and irrigation sources ruled out
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.
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.
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.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo