Post-storm chimney checks and repairs in Kendall
Water that showed up after the storm is traced to its entry point before any repair is chosen.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
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- Family owned and run
Clues that wind or water got in after a storm
- New water stain near the chimney
- Chimney top leaning or out of line
- Tree limb resting against the chimney
- Roof covering torn around the chimney
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After-storm chimney work for homes in Kendall
Wind works on the fasteners first
Wind rarely tears metal in the middle. It pulls at the edges and the fasteners, lifting a cap or chase cover where it is held. Once a corner lifts, each gust works it further.
That is why fastening is the first thing we check on metal parts. A cap still in place may have loose bolts or a bent band. A chase cover may have lost screws along one side. Refastening a sound part is often enough. A part bent out of shape needs replacing, and we explain which case applies.
A top-mount damper after a storm
Some chimneys have a damper mounted at the top of the flue, with a lid worked by a cable from the room. Strong wind and debris can bend the lid, snap the spring or damage the cable.
We check whether the lid still closes and opens fully and whether the cable works from the room. A bent lid can let rain in. Repairs or replacement parts come from the damper maker's range. If the damper cannot be put right, we explain the options.
Roof covering around the chimney
Wind can tear or lift shingles, tiles or other roof covering around a chimney. That damage lets water reach the roof deck even when the chimney itself came through the storm sound.
We note any roof covering damage near the chimney. Its repair belongs to your roofer, and we coordinate with them so the flashing goes on in the right order. Our estimate lists the chimney work and names the roof covering item, so it is not forgotten between the two trades. You then know who handles each part.
The drip edge and why it matters
A drip edge is the small lip at the outer edge of a crown or chase cover that throws water clear of the wall below. Without it, water runs back under the edge and down the chimney or chase.
A storm can bend a drip edge flat or break it off. We check it on both crowns and chase covers. On a new crown, the drip edge is formed into the overhang. On a new chase cover, it is part of the metalwork. It is a small detail that keeps water away from the siding, the masonry and the flashing below.
Wind damage items we price separately
- Masonry and mortar at the top courses
- Storm debris cleared from flue and firebox
- Workmanship warranty on completed repairs
- Advice on fireplace use until repairs finish
Questions about wind-damaged chimneys
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.
What does the free storm inspection cover?
We check the cap and screen, chase cover and storm collar, crown, flashing, top courses and any chase siding. Inside, we look at the firebox, damper and signs of water. You get the findings and a free written estimate.
What should I tell you when I call after a storm?
Describe what you see from the ground, what changed inside, such as water or debris in the fireplace, and when you noticed it. Mention whether the chimney is masonry or a metal flue in a framed chase.
We received your request
Our team will contact you to arrange your inspection.
Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo