Chimney Flashing For North Haven

What Chimney Flashing Does

Chimney flashing cushions the places around the chimney from leaking water where the roof meets the chimney. Chimney flashing is one of the most pertinent parts of a dwelling’s chimney. Chimney flashing is rarely seen – or even noticed – until something goes awry with it. Roof flashing is installed to avert your North Haven property from water problems and is recurrently placed around vents, chimneys and skylights. The chimney flashing or caulking used to keep the flashing in place might slowly erode, making the roof prone to leaks.Chimney flashing is your last line of integrity from water damage.

There are 3 selections of chimney flashing. ‘Step flashing’ – which diverts water from the roof away from the chimney. ‘Counter flashing’ – which is installed around a chimney to impede water from leaking into the structure. And ‘cricket flashing’ – which stalls water’s nature to pond on your roof. L-shaped step flashing is also laid down and tightly sealed with caulk. Expressway provides flashing inspections, preventative maintenance and chimney inspections to secure the chimney as well as the roof and attic from the inevitable deterioration caused by excessive water intrusion.

New Chimney Flashing

Even if your roof looks 100% fine after a heavy rain or snow storm, there could still be underlying damage that can go unnoticed to a novice eye. Water stains could indicate the start of a leaking problem. Expressway’s highly-skilled chimney techs recommend you never let leaks go without address or repair for very long. On your home’s roof, do you see detrimental mold, algae, mildew or fungus growth? 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 Clogged?

Nuerous conditions can harm the flashing and start the need for either a flashing installation. Squirrels, raccoons and other animals that enjoy chewing on the flashing. Rust issues (which are common with certain layouts of flashing material). Old age – i.e. many severe winters and crazy summers. If the chimney’s flashing is damaged, it can quickly become a major issue if slighted. With so much to gain from having properly installed or maintained flashing, it is important to ensure that the flashing is kept in fine working order.

Chimney flashing should last about 20 years in North Haven’s harsh climate due to the amount of wear and tear started by our weather patterns.

Chimney Flashing Problems

Many of the property’s chimneys in North Haven are over 50 years old or more and failing. The next factor that our chimney experts 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 investigated for cracks at least once a month. Chimney crown cracks are one of the major reasons that chimney will 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 often begins to erode chimney masonry below the roofline. If there are undiscovered cracks or compromises in this masonry, the leakage may be faster and more pervasive. Mold growth – which is usually in dark, undrafted and damp areas are perfect for growing and harboring toxic mold. Mold is known to be unhealthy to humans and pets and if water is damaging down into your home, the growth may be widespread and very pricey to remedy. We suggest you call Expressway to inspect your roof and chimney soon.

Chimney Flashing Repairs By Expressway

Because there are a lot of parts and components of your chimney system, chimney flashing must be correctly customized in order to perform well. Remember: One chimney contractor doesn’t always fit all. Part of Expressway’s scheduled chimney inspection service includes a close up look at the chimney flashing. Our chimney experts have the proper tools and training and take pride in doing every project exactly the first time. However, our chimney experts know that there are a ton of other companies options to choose from. Feel free to check out Expressway’s Google reviews or even look at some of Expressway’s previous work. If it’s time for a chimney flashing inspection or you know there’s trouble with the flashing, you could reach Expressway Roofing & Chimney at 631.772.6363.

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