Storm-damaged chimneys assessed and repaired in Lighthouse Point
We describe the condition we find, keep old defects apart from new ones and price each repair plainly.
- 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
- Storm collar loose on a metal flue
- New crack across the concrete crown
- Siding or stucco torn on the chase
- Roof covering torn around the chimney
Jump to
After-storm chimney work for homes in Lighthouse Point
An open chimney covered at the close of each work day
Storm repairs sometimes run over more than one day, especially when masonry is relaid or a custom cover is fitted. An open chimney top overnight would invite more water, leaves and animals into the flue.
Each evening before we leave, any open chimney top is covered, so the house stays protected between visits. You do not need to arrange anything. If rain is expected before the work can continue, we tell you what the cover will and will not keep out, and we check it on arrival the next day.
Animals and an open flue
A cap lost in a storm leaves the flue open to birds, rodents and other animals. They can nest on the damper or smoke shelf, and some species are protected by law.
If you hear scratching or calls in the chimney, keep the damper closed and do not light a fire. Getting an animal out is a separate job, done within the rules for its species. Once the flue is clear, the replacement cap and its screen keep animals from returning. We check the screen fits closely before we leave.
Where a crown coating stops being enough
A coating made for chimney crowns can close fine cracks and slow water entry. It works on a crown that is sound, sloped and still attached to the chimney.
It cannot rebuild a crown that has broken into pieces, lost its edge or never had a slope. Coating over those problems only hides them for a while. We explain which case applies to your crown and why. If a new crown is the right repair, the coating is not offered as a cheaper substitute that would fail.
Stainless steel choice in salt air
Stainless steel is not all the same. Guidance on stainless steel for exterior use explains that some grades resist chloride corrosion better than others. Sheltered surfaces, where rain does not wash the salt away, are at more risk.
When we replace a cap or chase cover close to the coast, we explain the stainless options and why one may suit better. Rain can wash exposed surfaces, but sheltered parts under a cap lid hold salt longer. We choose and explain the material with that in mind.
Storm repair scope for Lighthouse Point homes
- Crown surface and edge check
- Loose top courses relaid
- Debris cleaned up and hauled away
- Workmanship warranty on completed repairs
Storm damage chimney questions in Lighthouse Point
Is it safe to use the fireplace after a strong storm?
Not until the chimney has been checked. Wind can move a cap, crack a crown or shift masonry without any sign from the room. The national standard for chimneys calls for a closer look after an event likely to have damaged one.
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.
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.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Top-Sealing Damper InstallationFit a top-mounted damper only after checking the fireplace, product restrictions and control route.
- 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.
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