Storm-damaged chimneys assessed and repaired in Lauderdale Manors
Temporary protection and permanent repair are separate items on the estimate, each with its own price.
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Storm damage signs on chimneys in Lauderdale Manors
- Loose bricks at the chimney top
- Water in the firebox after the storm
- Torn screen on the chimney cap
- Damp smell from the fireplace after rain
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Putting a storm-damaged chimney right
Flashing torn or lifted at the roof line
Flashing seals the joint where the chimney meets the roof. Wind can lift its edges, tear it at the corners or pull it away from the masonry. Rain then runs behind it and into the house.
We check the base flashing on the roof and the counter flashing on the chimney above it. A section that has only lifted may be reset and sealed. Torn or badly bent flashing is replaced. The work is coordinated with the roof covering around it, which often needs attention too.
Old wear and fresh damage kept apart
A storm often reveals problems that were already there. A crown that was cracking, flashing that was lifting or a cap that was rusting may have given way in the wind.
We separate older wear from fresh damage where we can tell them apart. Each is listed on its own line with its own reason. That way you can see the full picture and decide on each repair, without the estimate blurring what the storm did and what time did.
If another storm comes before the repair
Sometimes a second storm arrives before permanent repairs are finished. A temporary cover is fixed to stay put in normal weather, but it is not a permanent part and may not hold in the worst conditions.
If more severe weather is expected, tell us, and we check whether the temporary protection needs reinforcing or a different approach. After the second storm, we look again before continuing any work. Any new damage is described separately from the original repair, so the estimate stays clear about what changed between our visits.
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.
How a storm damage estimate is laid out
- Cap and screen condition and fastening
- Crown surface and edge check
- Chase cover shaped to shed water
- Advice on fireplace use until repairs finish
Chimney cap and chase cover storm questions
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.
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.
Can storm damage affect a chimney that vents a water heater?
Yes. A chimney can vent other appliances as well as a fireplace. If its top or flue was damaged, those appliances may not vent properly. Tell us what the chimney serves, and we check the flue that carries their exhaust.
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 Leak RepairFind the chimney water entry point and plan a repair before restoring the damaged finish.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- Chimney Flashing RepairRepair the chimney-to-roof connection with a scope that accounts for the adjoining roofing and masonry.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
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