Chimney leak repair from local specialists in Seffner
Keep water out of your ceilings and fireplace with a leak repair that fixes the cause in Seffner.
- Family owned and operated
- Same-day service available
- No hidden fees
- Workmanship warranty
Contents
Chimney Services
Finding the Source Before Fixing the Leak
No lump-sum waterproofing, just each entry point and its repair, priced in writing.
Decorative shrouds on factory-built chimneys
Some metal chimneys have been fitted with a decorative shroud over the termination. Florida's residential code, in section R1005.2, permits one on a factory-built chimney only when it is listed and labeled for that exact system.
An unlisted shroud can trap rain and debris, and it can change how the chimney performs. Our pros identify what is on top of your chimney and explain the options if it does not belong there.
Why the stain is not always under the leak
Water that gets in at the top of a chimney can run along framing, flashing and drywall before it soaks through, so a stain can appear some distance from the entry point. Flashing leaks often surface a little downhill of the chimney, while water coming down the flue tends to show at the damper or in the firebox.
Our pros use the stain as a starting point and then work outward and upward. That keeps you from paying to fix whatever part of the roof happens to sit above the stain.
Using the fireplace during a leak
Wet masonry, a rusted damper or loose debris in the flue should be checked before the next fire, and a fire will not dry out a leaking chimney. Rust flakes or debris on the grate are another sign the flue should be looked at from the top before any fire.
Our team tells you on the inspection visit whether the fireplace can be used while you wait for the repair, and what, if anything, has to be fixed first.
Sealant joints on the chimney
Sealant belongs in a few joints on a chimney: the gap between the flue tile and the crown, the top edge of counter flashing and the seams of a metal chase top. Technical Note 19B names polysulfide, butyl and silicone sealants for chimney joints and advises against oil-based caulks.
A cracked or shrunken bead in one of those joints is a small repair with a big effect. Our pros cut out the old sealant, prepare the joint and reseal it with a product suited to the surfaces it joins.
On any service we offer
A free leak inspection first, then 72 hours to book the repair at 10% off.
What's Included
Checked Before We Quote Your Leak Repair
- Flashing on every side of the chimney
- Mortar joints on each face
- Firebox floor and walls
- Signs of condensation in the flue
Our Services
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Proudly American
A clear scope, an agreed price and workmanship we stand behind.
Stop the Water at Its Source
A free leak inspection comes first, and approving the repair within 72 hours of it earns 10% off.
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Our team will contact you to arrange the appointment.