Chimney flashing repair by local specialists in New Tampa

Making sure the flashing is the leak

A stain near the chimney does not prove the flashing is at fault. A cracked crown, an open flue, porous brick or a rusted chase top can all send water down to the same ceiling. Replacing sound flashing to chase a leak from somewhere else wastes money and leaves the drip.

Our pros check the other water paths during the same free inspection and tell you which one the evidence points to. If the flashing is sound, you hear that too, along with what does need attention.

What the attic can tell you

If you can reach the attic safely, look at the framing beside the chimney after a rain. Dark or damp wood, water lines on the rafters or a wet patch of insulation next to the masonry help show where water is coming in.

Tell us what you saw when you arrange the visit, even if it is only a darker patch of wood. Our team combines it with what we find on the roof, and the inspection costs you nothing either way.

Water repellent comes after the flashing

A clear water repellent can reduce how much rain brick absorbs, yet it cannot close a gap at the roof line. Brick Industry Association Technical Note 6A advises repairing brick, mortar joints and other elements first, and it prefers penetrating coatings that let the wall release vapor.

If your chimney needs both, our pros repair the flashing first and then discuss whether a breathable repellent is worth adding. You decide on each part separately, each with its own upfront price.

What your flashing estimate spells out

A flashing estimate should say more than replace flashing. Ours spells out the details below, along with any brick, deck or roof covering work that goes with them.

Prices are upfront, there are no hidden fees, and our workmanship warranty covers the flashing we install. Booking within 72 hours of the free inspection in New Tampa also takes 10% off.

• Each side of the chimney and the piece planned for it
• The metal proposed and why it suits your roof
• How the counter flashing is attached to the masonry
• Lap direction and how every lap is sealed
• Who handles the roof covering side of the work