Repairs for a damaged chimney in The Crossings
Tell us what changed. We find the part behind it and explain the repair before any work begins.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Chimney damage you can spot from the yard
- A cap that rattles or sits crooked
- A gap between chimney and house wall
- Soft siding around a framed chase
- Water dripping onto the damper
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Working through chimney damage in The Crossings
A widening gap between chimney and wall
Look along the side of the chimney where it meets the house. A narrow, even line of sealant is normal. A gap that widens toward the top, or a chimney that seems to tilt outward, is a different matter and deserves prompt attention.
Keep people and pets away from the area under the chimney while the cause is unknown. Tell us when you first noticed the gap and whether it has changed. We assess the attachment, the footing where we can see it and the top of the stack. If the findings point to movement, chimney rebuild may be part of the discussion.
Different metals touching can corrode
When two different metals touch in the presence of water, one of them can corrode faster than it would on its own. On a chimney this can happen where a new cap meets old flashing or where fasteners differ from the sheet they hold.
We look at what metals are already in place before choosing new ones. Replacement parts are selected so they sit well with the metals around them, or they are separated where that is not possible. The estimate names the metal for each new part.
A look at the chimney after a strong storm
After a strong storm, walk around the house and look at the chimney from the ground. A cap that has shifted, flashing lifted at the roof, missing brick or debris on the roof near the base are all worth noting.
Do not climb up to check. Describe what you see when you call, and we assess the damage and any water that may have entered. Temporary protection and permanent repair are priced as separate items, so you can see what is needed immediately and what can follow.
A flue top with nothing over it
Without a cap, rain falls straight down the flue, and leaves, twigs and animals can get in. Water that reaches the damper and the smoke chamber can rust metal and wash out mortar inside the chimney.
We check whether each flue is capped and whether the cap fits and is secure. Adding or replacing a cap is often a small job, and chimney cap replacement covers the fitting in detail. The estimate lists it separately from any damage the open flue has already caused.
Chimney restoration items you approve
- Damper plate and handle repair
- Gap at the house wall assessed
- Sealant renewal where chimney meets siding
- Attic-side look around the chimney
Chimney damage and repair, common questions
Do you test a suspected leak with water?
When the job calls for it, we run a hose water test, wetting one area at a time while someone watches inside. It is a diagnostic step for hard-to-trace leaks, not part of every visit.
My chimney is a metal flue inside a framed box. Can you help?
Yes. That is a factory-built chimney, and its repairs must stay within the maker's listing. We look for the model label so the correct parts can be ordered, and we repair the framed enclosure as its own item.
What should I have ready for the inspection visit in The Crossings?
Clear access to the fireplace and a path to the side of the house below the chimney. Earlier estimates, invoices and any appliance manuals are useful too, though the visit goes ahead without them.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo