Storm damage chimney repair for homes in Broadview Park
After a strong storm, we check the whole chimney top, make it weather-tight, then plan lasting repairs.
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What storm damage looks like on a chimney top
- Cap bent or hanging to one side
- Water in the firebox after the storm
- New crack across the concrete crown
- Damp smell from the fireplace after rain
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Storm damage chimney repair, planned for Broadview Park
Siding or stucco torn on a chase
A framed chase is covered with siding or stucco, and wind can tear, crack or loosen that finish. Water then reaches the framing behind it.
We check the chase walls from top to bottom and look for water marks inside where we can reach. Loose or torn finish is noted, along with any softness in the framing. Repairs to the chase finish and framing are described as separate items. The chase cover on top is checked at the same time, since water often enters there.
Leaves and twigs in the flue
A storm can drive leaves, twigs and roof debris into a flue, especially if the cap is damaged or missing. The debris lands on the damper, the smoke shelf or the firebox floor.
A flue partly blocked by debris can push smoke into the room and can catch fire. We clear storm debris from the flue opening, the damper area and the firebox as part of making the chimney safe. If the flue needs a full sweep as well, that is a separate item.
A wet firebox after the storm
Water in the firebox means the flue was open to rain or water entered higher up and ran down inside. Firebrick and mortar soak up water, and a wet firebox needs time to dry.
Do not light a fire to dry it out. A fire in a soaked firebox can crack wet firebrick and mortar. We check the firebox for damage, find where the water came from and tell you when the fireplace can be used again. The water source is repaired first.
The first heavy rain after the repair
After a storm repair, the next heavy rain is a real test. Check the places where water appeared before, such as the ceiling near the chimney, the firebox and the attic side if you can reach it safely.
If water shows again, tell us straight away. A second entry point sometimes hides behind the first, especially with wind-driven rain from a different direction. We return to trace it and explain what we find. That follow-up is part of making sure the repair actually stopped the water rather than only the stain.
The storm damage checks behind your estimate
- Masonry and mortar at the top courses
- Chase siding or stucco check
- Chase cover shaped to shed water
- Workmanship warranty on completed repairs
Storm repair answers, in plain terms
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.
Does storm repair include clearing debris from the flue?
Clearing storm debris that blocks the flue, damper or smoke shelf is part of making the chimney safe to use. If the flue also needs a full sweep, that is listed as a separate service with its own price.
Will a new chase cover look like the old one?
It is made to fit the chase and the chimney pipe, with a shape that sheds water, such as cross-breaks and a drip edge. It may look slightly different from a flat old cover, and we explain why before ordering it.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo