Storm-damaged chimneys assessed and repaired in Boca Pointe
We describe the condition we find, keep old defects apart from new ones and price each repair plainly.
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Signs the wind has reached your chimney
- Chase cover blown off the chase
- Water in the firebox after the storm
- Flashing torn at the roof line
- Siding or stucco torn on the chase
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The storm repair plan for your chimney
Shrouds that caught the wind
Some factory-built chimneys wear a decorative shroud at the top. The shroud catches wind like a sail and can bend, loosen or tear away in a storm.
A shroud must be one listed for the chimney system, because it affects how the chimney vents and how hot the parts around it get. We check the shroud's fastening and condition, and the cap beneath it. A damaged shroud is replaced with a listed one or removed, and we explain what either choice means for the cap underneath and for the look of the chimney top.
What to tell us after a storm
Tell us what you can see from the ground, what changed inside and when you noticed it. Mention water, debris in the fireplace and any pieces in the yard or on the roof.
Say whether the chimney is brick or stone, or a metal flue in a framed chase, if you know. If the chimney serves other appliances, mention them too. Those details let us plan the visit, choose the right access and bring the right materials for a temporary cover. You do not need to climb up or clear anything first.
Cars parked below the chimney
If a car is usually parked close to the chimney, move it after a storm that has damaged the top. Loose masonry, a bent cap or a lifted cover can fall in the next strong gust.
Keep the area below the chimney clear until we have checked it. During the repair, we mark off the area beneath the work and ask that vehicles stay out of it. Once the chimney is sound and the debris has been hauled away, normal parking can resume. We tell you when that point has been reached.
A crack that was there before the storm
Not every crack on a chimney after a storm is new. Some were there before and simply became noticeable once someone looked closely at the chimney top.
We describe the crack, its size and where it runs, and whether it shows signs of recent movement. If it looks older, we say that too. Either way, the repair is listed on its own line with its reason. Keeping older defects separate from fresh damage gives you an honest picture of the chimney as it stands now.
What the after-storm inspection checks
- Storm collar resealed to the flue pipe
- Crown cracks sealed or crown recast
- Flashing reset or replaced
- Storm debris cleared from flue and firebox
Storm damage chimney questions in Boca Pointe
The chase cover lifted in the wind. Can it be refastened?
Sometimes. If the metal is still flat and sound, it may be refastened and resealed. If it is bent, torn or rusted, a new cover shaped to shed water is the better repair. We explain which applies.
Should I climb up to check the chimney after a storm?
No. A wet roof after a storm is dangerous, and loose masonry can shift under a hand or foot. Look from the ground, note what you see and let us check the chimney top with proper access.
Can loose pieces of a damaged chimney top fall?
Loose top courses or a shifted cap can fall, especially in the next strong wind. Keep people and vehicles away from the area below the chimney, and do not use the fireplace. Tell us what you see when you call.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Crown RepairRepair the damaged chimney top with an approach matched to the crown and supporting masonry.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Chimney Cap Installation and ReplacementProtect the chimney opening with a cap chosen for its fit, attachment and compatible system.
- Stone Chimney RepairRepair affected stone chimney surfaces with the supporting construction and visual match considered together.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo