Post-storm chimney checks and repairs in Coral Springs
Temporary protection and permanent repair are separate items on the estimate, each with its own price.
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What storm damage looks like on a chimney top
- Flashing torn at the roof line
- Storm collar loose on a metal flue
- Siding or stucco torn on the chase
- Damp smell from the fireplace after rain
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Storm damage work, explained in order
A chase cover blown off the chase
A chase cover blown off exposes the top of a framed chase to the weather. Rain runs straight onto the framing and insulation, and the metal chimney inside stands unprotected where it leaves the chase.
We cover the chase temporarily and check the chimney pipe, the storm collar and the top of the framing for damage. A permanent cover is measured and made to fit the chase and the pipe. Any wet or damaged framing is noted and described as a separate repair, since it may need time to dry before it is closed in again.
A hose water test when the job calls for it
Sometimes the entry point cannot be seen, even after a close look at the top, the flashing and the faces. In that case, a hose water test can help, and we use one only when the job calls for it.
We wet one area at a time, starting low, and someone watches inside for water. Working upward keeps each result clear. The test takes time and needs access to the room below, so we arrange it with you. It tells us which part to repair, so the permanent work goes where the water actually enters.
Questions to ask before approving storm repairs
Before you approve, ask which items are temporary and which are permanent. Ask how long the temporary protection is meant to last and what would make it need checking.
Ask how each new part will be fastened and what metal it is made of. Ask what happens if more damage appears during the work, and whether the fireplace can be used in the meantime. Any question you raise on the visit gets a direct answer that agrees with the written estimate. If something is still unclear, ask again before you sign.
Masonry chimney or metal flue in a chase
A masonry chimney and a metal flue in a framed chase take storm damage differently. On masonry, the crown, the top courses and the flashing are the usual weak points. On a chase, the cover, the storm collar and the siding are.
We check the parts that matter for your chimney type and explain the differences. Tell us which you have, if you know, since it changes the materials we bring for a temporary cover. The estimate reflects the type, with parts and methods to match, and factory-built parts come from the maker's list.
Storm repairs you approve before work
- Chase cover and storm collar check
- Chase siding or stucco check
- Storm collar resealed to the flue pipe
- Loose top courses relaid
Questions about wind-damaged chimneys
A tree limb hit the chimney. Can you help?
Once the limb has been removed safely, yes. Leave large limbs to a tree service. We then check the masonry, crown, cap and flashing where it struck and list each repair separately.
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.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Gas Fireplace VentingAssess and repair the gas fireplace vent arrangement using components suited to the identified system.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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Copperfield Chimney Supply 
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