Wind-damaged chimney repair, step by step, in South Miami Heights
Our family team explains what the wind loosened, what the water reached and what each repair involves.
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Clues that wind or water got in after a storm
- Brick or mortar pieces in the yard
- Storm collar loose on a metal flue
- Damp smell from the fireplace after rain
- Metal pieces on the roof near the flue
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How we handle a chimney after a storm
New water inside after the storm
A new stain on the ceiling or wall near the chimney, or water in the firebox, means water found a way in during the storm. The chimney is often the source, but not always.
Tell us where the water appeared and how much there was. We look for the entry point at the top, the flashing and the masonry face, and inside where we can reach. The source is repaired first. Stained interior finishes are outside our work, and we tell you when the source has been stopped.
Factory-built chimneys after a storm
A factory-built chimney is a listed system of pipe, collars, caps and chase-top parts. Its maker's instructions say not to mix in parts from other systems, because the listing covers the tested parts together.
After a storm, damaged sections, a bent cap or a torn storm collar are replaced with parts the manufacturer lists. We read the label on the fireplace or chimney to identify the system. If a part is no longer available, we explain the options before any work starts.
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.
Comparing storm repair estimates
If you compare estimates after a storm, check what each one covers. One may replace only the cap. Another may include the crown, the flashing and the top courses. Those are very different jobs with different results.
Ask each company whether temporary and permanent work are listed separately. Ask how the new parts will be fastened and what metal they are made of. Ask what happens if more damage appears. Each of those points is answered on our estimate in writing, so the comparison rests on facts rather than guesses.
The storm damage checks behind your estimate
- Crown surface and edge check
- Replacement cap sized to the flue
- Storm debris cleared from flue and firebox
- Free written estimate before any work
Chimney cap and chase cover storm questions
Can you say whether the storm caused the damage?
We describe the condition we find and what it suggests. Appearance alone does not always show when damage happened, so we keep older wear apart from fresh damage on the estimate and do not go beyond what we can see.
Is there a discount on storm damage repairs?
Yes. Storm repairs you approve inside 72 hours of your free inspection are 10% off, and so is anything else booked with them. Both the inspection and the estimate cost nothing either way.
Is same-day storm repair available?
Same-day visits are available when the schedule allows and the roof is safe to reach. A temporary cover can often go on during that visit. Permanent repairs are scheduled once the extent of the damage is known.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace InstallationCreate a complete gas fireplace installation plan for the room, appliance and connected systems.
- Chimney Masonry RepairRepair affected chimney brickwork and joints with materials selected for the construction already in place.
- Chimney Sweep and Chimney CleaningArrange careful chimney cleaning in Miami with a defined scope, protected work area and useful findings.
- Wood-Burning Fireplace Insert InstallationFit a wood-burning insert after assessing its host fireplace and full connection requirements.
- Chimney Chase Cover ReplacementReplace the chase top with a properly planned cover and clearly defined pipe connections.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo