Storm damage chimney repair for homes in Lake Ridge
Cap, chase cover, crown, flashing and masonry are checked as a set, because the same wind reaches every one of them.
- Owned and run locally
- Available for same-day service
- Fully licensed and insured
- Family owned and run
Clues that wind or water got in after a storm
- Chimney cap missing after the wind
- Loose bricks at the chimney top
- Storm collar loose on a metal flue
- Siding or stucco torn on the chase
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How we handle a chimney after a storm
A chase cover lifted at one edge
A cover that lifts at one edge can drop back almost into place and look fine from the ground. Water then enters at the gap whenever rain comes from that side.
We check the cover's edges, fasteners and seams, and look for water marks on the framing below. A cover that is still flat and sound can be refastened and resealed. One that has bent at the edge or split along a seam is replaced. The estimate explains the choice.
A gap between chimney and wall after the storm
If a gap has opened where the chimney meets the wall, treat it as a serious sign, especially after strong wind. It can mean the chimney has moved at its base or its top.
Keep clear of the chimney, leave the fireplace unused and tell us what you see. We look at where the gap starts, how wide it runs and whether it is still opening. Some movement needs more than a chimney repair to assess. We explain what we can confirm and what needs further investigation.
Describing condition, not guessing cause
We describe what we find, where it is and what it suggests. We do not state when damage happened or what caused it, because appearance alone often cannot show that.
An old crack and fresh damage can sit side by side on the same chimney top. We describe each one separately on the estimate, in plain terms. You get a clear account of the condition now and the repairs that would put it right, without claims beyond what we can see. That record is yours to keep and use as you need.
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.
Storm damage scope, line by line
- Fasteners matched to the cap metal
- Crown cracks sealed or crown recast
- Flashing reset or replaced
- Debris cleaned up and hauled away
After the storm, what people ask
My chimney cap blew off. What should I do first?
Leave the fireplace unlit, close the damper if it still closes, and keep people away from any fallen pieces. Do not climb onto the roof. Then arrange a free inspection and a temporary cover over the open flue.
What if my roofer also needs to work around the chimney?
We coordinate so the flashing and the roof covering go in the right order. Roof covering work belongs to your roofer. Our estimate shows which chimney items we cover and where the two jobs meet.
Do you have an emergency line for storm damage?
Yes, our emergency line runs 24/7. For a fire or any immediate danger to people, call 911 before anyone else. For urgent chimney damage, describe what you see from a safe place when you call.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Chimney Flue RepairAssess repairs to damaged existing flue linings and distinguish them from a new liner installation.
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Ventless Gas Fireplace ServiceService the identified vent-free appliance without bypassing its required safety components.
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo