Chimney Flashing For Holbrook

What Chimney Flashing Does

Chimney flashing preserves the places around the chimney from leaking water where the roof joins the chimney. Chimney flashing is one of the most forgotten sections in the sustainment of a dwelling. Chimney flashing is rarely seen – or even noticed – until something goes wrong with it. When roof or chimney flashing becomes damaged, it loses it imperviousness and resistance to water and starts a host of other problems. The chimney flashing or caulking used to keep the flashing in place might slowly erode, making the roof prone to leaks. Warped or missing flashing will lead to a serious water leak and severe leakage to your Holbrook home and parts of the chimney.

Chimney flashing’s purpose is to forestall rain water and melting snow. Flashing has two layers: “step flashing” and “counter flashing.” Chimney flashing is made typically from sheet metal strips that are made to to fit securely around the base of the chimney where it intersects with the roof. If water is allowed to flow down into your home through a gap begun by damages or missing flashing, there should be major cause for damage.

New Chimney Flashing

Even if your roof looks 100% fine after a heavy rain or snow storm, there could still be underlying damage that could go unnoticed to a novice eye. Water stains could indicate the start of a leaking problem. Expressway’s expert chimney techs recommend you never let leaks go without address or repair for very long. Leaky roofs almost always cause additional issues to other parts of your home – which will then include the growth of threatening mold and mildew… and that willthen cost you thousands more to fix. Are there shrinking, blistering or curling shingles? Is there any water getting into the attic or into walls that you could see?

How Does Flashing Become Leay?

Here in the NY tri-state area (and especially in Holbrook) we get quite a bit of sun, wind, sleet, rain and snow every year. Squirrels, raccoons and other animals that enjoy chewing on the flashing. Rust issues (which are common with certain types of flashing material). Old age – i.e. many turbulent winters and severe summers. If the chimney’s flashing is problematic, it will quickly become a major issue if unaddressed. With so much to gain from having correctly installed or maintained flashing, it’s important to ensure that the flashing is kept in fine working order.

Some Signs The Chimney may Need New Flashing:

• your flashing is dislodged or missing
• the flashing is rusted or rotted through
• the flashing is now coming free
• the flashing is covered with roofing tar
• You’re installing new roof shingles – or having other roofing work done
• The chimney is leaking water into your dwelling.

Chimney Flashing Inspections

Many of the chimneys flashing that our technicians repair is the same chimney flashing that was installed when the chimney was initially built. The next component that our pros would look for is if the bricks that are above the chimney flashing need to be addressed Last – but not least – almost every fireplace crown needs to be checked for cracks at least once a month. Chimney crown cracks are one of the major reasons that chimney might leak past the chimney flashing. Chimney inspection is a small maintenance task, but it’s one that you can’t afford to avoid. Chimney damage generally begins to erode chimney masonry below the roofline. Structural materials can simply develop damage over time. Mold growth – which is frequently in dark, undrafted and damp sections are perfect for growing and harboring risky mold. Mold is known to be unhealthy to humans and pets and if water is infiltrating down into your home, the growth could be widespread and very costly to remedy. We suggest you call Expressway to inspect your roof and chimney soon.

Expressway Chimney Flashing Repair Company

Because there are different parts and components of a chimney system, chimney flashing must be precisely customized in order to work well. Reach out to our team of flashing experts today to get started! Part of Expressway’s scheduled chimney inspection service includes a close up look at the chimney flashing. We, at Expressway, would love to handle all of the chimney flashing and other residence needs. So why choose us? We could talk about quality and the Expressway advantage. Our pros let our work speak for itself. Our technicians know that after you take a look, you may see just how much satisfaction we take in each project.

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