Storm-related chimney repair for Whisper Walk homes
Any chimney we leave open is covered before we go each evening, and storm debris is hauled away.
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Storm damage signs on chimneys in Whisper Walk
- Brick or mortar pieces in the yard
- Storm collar loose on a metal flue
- Chimney top leaning or out of line
- Banging from the chimney top in gusts
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Storm damage work, explained in order
A chase cover lifted at one edge
A cover that lifts at one edge can drop back almost into place and look fine from the ground. Water then enters at the gap whenever rain comes from that side.
We check the cover's edges, fasteners and seams, and look for water marks on the framing below. A cover that is still flat and sound can be refastened and resealed. One that has bent at the edge or split along a seam is replaced. The estimate explains the choice.
The first heavy rain after the repair
After a storm repair, the next heavy rain is a real test. Check the places where water appeared before, such as the ceiling near the chimney, the firebox and the attic side if you can reach it safely.
If water shows again, tell us straight away. A second entry point sometimes hides behind the first, especially with wind-driven rain from a different direction. We return to trace it and explain what we find. That follow-up is part of making sure the repair actually stopped the water rather than only the stain.
Keeping the chimney top at its proper height
Under the building code, a chimney has to finish a set height above the roof and above anything close to it. When the top courses are rebuilt after a storm, the new top has to meet that rule as well.
We check the height before and after the work. If the chimney was lower than it should have been before the storm, we explain what that means and the options for putting it right. The rebuilt top is finished with a crown and cap that suit it, and the height is noted on the written record of the work.
A crack that was there before the storm
Not every crack on a chimney after a storm is new. Some were there before and simply became noticeable once someone looked closely at the chimney top.
We describe the crack, its size and where it runs, and whether it shows signs of recent movement. If it looks older, we say that too. Either way, the repair is listed on its own line with its reason. Keeping older defects separate from fresh damage gives you an honest picture of the chimney as it stands now.
How a storm damage estimate is laid out
- Temporary items priced separately
- Permanent repairs listed item by item
- Listed parts for factory-built chimneys
- Open chimney covered each work day
Before you approve storm repairs
The chase cover lifted in the wind. Can it be refastened?
Sometimes. If the metal is still flat and sound, it may be refastened and resealed. If it is bent, torn or rusted, a new cover shaped to shed water is the better repair. We explain which applies.
Water came in during the storm but stopped afterward. Why?
Water that appears only with wind from one direction may be entering through the side of the chimney, the flashing or the crown rather than the flue opening. Tell us when it appeared, and we trace the path before choosing a repair.
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.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
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