Chimney repair after strong winds in Poinciana Park
Water that showed up after the storm is traced to its entry point before any repair is chosen.
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Storm damage signs on chimneys in Poinciana Park
- Chase cover lifted at one edge
- New water stain near the chimney
- Banging from the chimney top in gusts
- Damp smell from the fireplace after rain
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Storm damage work, explained in order
Keep the fireplace unlit until it is checked
After a storm, keep the fireplace unlit until the chimney has been looked at. Damage at the top can block the flue, admit water or loosen masonry above the firebox, and none of that shows from the room.
The national standard for chimneys calls for a closer inspection after an event likely to have damaged the chimney. A strong storm can be that kind of event. We check the top, the flue opening and the fireplace below it, then tell you whether the fireplace can be used and what needs repair first.
A chimney top that has shifted
If the top of the chimney looks out of line after a storm, treat it as unstable. Keep people, pets and vehicles away from the area below it, and do not use the fireplace.
We assess a shifted chimney from a safe position before anyone works on it. The plan may start with taking down loose masonry to a sound level. Permanent work then follows, rebuilding the top to meet the code's height and cap rules. We explain each stage before it starts.
When the water appears tells us where it enters
The timing of a leak is a clue. Water that appears only during wind from one direction may be entering through the side of the chimney or the flashing. Water that appears a day or more later may have soaked through masonry first.
Tell us when you first saw the water and what the weather was doing. That timing narrows the search before anyone goes up. It saves guesswork and helps us repair the entry point rather than the stain.
Custom chase covers measured on site
Chase covers are usually made to measure. The chase size, the pipe opening, the skirt height and the collar all have to fit the chase they sit on, and no two chases are quite alike.
We measure on site and order the cover to those measurements, with a shape that sheds water. While it is being made, the chase is protected with a temporary cover. When the new cover arrives, it is fastened and sealed as the chimney maker's instructions describe, and the temporary cover is removed and hauled away.
How a storm damage estimate is laid out
- Flashing and counter flashing check
- Permanent repairs listed item by item
- Storm collar resealed to the flue pipe
- Workmanship warranty on completed repairs
Storm damage chimney questions in Poinciana Park
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.
Is a factory-built chimney repaired differently after a storm?
Yes. A factory-built chimney is a listed system, so damaged pipe, storm collars, caps and chase-top parts are replaced with parts the manufacturer lists. The label on the fireplace or chimney helps us identify them.
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
- Prefab and Zero-Clearance Fireplace RepairIdentify and repair manufactured fireplace components using the appropriate model information.
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Wood-Burning Fireplace Insert InstallationFit a wood-burning insert after assessing its host fireplace and full connection requirements.
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo