Sometimes, your roof may be functioning just right, but your chimney may not be, causing water intrusion and confusion! It is our duty to communicate any areas needing attention and suggest a proper repair.

Chimney Base Flashing – One of the most vulnerable areas for water intrusion is where the chimney meets the roof. This intersection, or roof penetration, depending on how your chimney is built, must be water-sealed. The purpose of flashing (both step and counter flashing at the chimney base) along with proper caulking, is to shield water away from this cross section of high water traffic.

Chimney Siding/Trim, Repair and Replacement – the elements will slowly deteriorate building materials over time. One can delay this process with maintenance. However, we’ve found many cases where the siding has rotted to the point where it has completely exposed the chimney to water intrusion, and sometimes even furry guests that eventually claim it home.

Chimney Brick/Mortar Repair – as with siding, mother nature also takes it toll on brick and mortar, causing areas of erosion which eventually become areas of water intrusion.

Chimney Flue Cap, Chase Cap, or Shroud Replacement – the chimney typically has a flue at the base that runs through to the top, allowing for smoke to escape. Depending on where your chimney is located or how it was built, you will typically have or need a flue cap, along with either a chase cover or shroud. This will prevent debris, water, and rodents coming inside. We can custom design beautiful covers for your chimney to make sure it both works in unison and complements your roof system.

Chimney Cricket/ Saddle – a cricket or saddle is a ridge structure designed to divert water on a roof around the high side of a chimney or the transition from one roof area to another. always be pounded with water as it rushes down the sloped roof with the additional force of gravity. This is where having a cricket (normally the same pitch as the rest of the roof, but not always) is a must. , the cricket is .