Post-storm chimney checks and repairs in Miami Beach
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Storm damage signs on chimneys in Miami Beach
- Chase cover blown off the chase
- New water stain near the chimney
- Torn screen on the chimney cap
- Metal pieces on the roof near the flue
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How we handle a chimney after a storm
Fasteners that match the metal
When two different metals touch in a wet environment, one of them corrodes faster than it would alone. Galvanizing industry guidance explains this reaction and warns against a small part of one metal touching a large area of another.
A stainless cap fixed with plain steel screws is that case, and the screws can corrode until the fastening lets go. We choose fasteners that match the cap or cover. If the old part failed because its fasteners rusted away, we point that out on the visit and make sure the replacement does not repeat it.
Storm checks flue by flue
Some chimneys carry several flues, one for a fireplace and others for appliances. After a storm, each flue is checked on its own, because damage to one does not mean damage to all.
A multi-flue cap may cover them all, or each may have its own cap. We check every flue opening for damage and debris, and note what each one serves. Repairs are listed flue by flue, so you can see which part of the chimney each one concerns. A flue that serves an appliance is not covered in any way that would block it.
Interior finishes stained by the leak
A leak during a storm can stain drywall, plaster or a ceiling near the chimney. Those interior finishes are outside our work, although the stain is often what prompts the call.
We repair the chimney source of the water and tell you when it has been stopped. Let the interior finish dry fully before it is repaired, so the stain does not come back through new paint. We note on the record of the work where the water entered, which helps whoever repairs the finish understand what happened.
Bringing the fireplace back into use after storm repairs
Once the permanent repairs are finished and any new mortar has cured, the fireplace can usually be used again. We tell you when that point has been reached and whether anything should be checked first.
For the first fire after the repairs, open the damper fully and watch that smoke rises up the flue. If smoke spills or you notice water marks again, let the fire burn out and tell us. The written record of the work shows what was repaired, so any later question starts from a clear account.
Inside a storm damage chimney estimate
- Chase cover and storm collar check
- Flashing and counter flashing check
- Permanent repairs listed item by item
- Storm debris cleared from flue and firebox
Chimney cap and chase cover storm questions
Why check the whole chimney top if only the cap came off?
Wind that lifts a cap often loosens other parts too. The crown, flashing, chase cover and top courses can be damaged without showing from the ground. Checking them together avoids a second leak after the next storm.
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.
Will a new chase cover look like the old one?
It is made to fit the chase and the chimney pipe, with a shape that sheds water, such as cross-breaks and a drip edge. It may look slightly different from a flat old cover, and we explain why before ordering it.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Spalling Brick Repair and Chimney Brick ReplacementReplace deteriorated chimney bricks while retaining suitable surrounding masonry.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
- Chimney Leak RepairFind the chimney water entry point and plan a repair before restoring the damaged finish.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo