Chimney Flashing For Old Mastic

Selections Of Chimney Flashing

Chimney flashing secures the places around the chimney from leaking water where the roof joins the chimney. Chimney flashing is one of the most pertinent parts of a property’s chimney. Chimney flashing is rarely seen – or even noticed – until something goes wrong with it. Roof flashing is installed to stall your Old Mastic property from water damage and is recurrently laid down around vents, chimneys and skylights. The chimney flashing or caulking used to keep your flashing in place can slowly erode, making the roof prone to leaks.Chimney flashing is your last line of integrity from water damage.

There are 3 arrays 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 home. And ‘cricket flashing’ – which stops water’s nature to pond on the roof. L-shaped step flashing is also laid down and tightly sealed with caulk. Expressway provides flashing inspections, preventative maintenance and chimney inspections to protect your chimney as well as the roof and attic from the inevitable deterioration caused by excessive water penetration.

New Chimney Flashing

Even if your roof looks 100% fine after a heavy rain or snow storm, there could still be underlying problems that may go unnoticed to a novice eye. Water stains could indicate the start of a leaking problem. Our expert flashing techs might find the source of the problem and fix it ASAP. Leaky roofs over and over cause additional issues to other parts of your structure – which could then include the growth of dangerous mold and mildew… and that canthen cost the owner thousands more to remove. Are there shrinking, blistering or curling shingles? Is there any water getting into the attic or into walls that you can see?

Leave The Flashing Repairs To A Dedicated Pro

Here in the NY tri-state area (and especially in Old Mastic) we get quite a bit of sun, wind, sleet, rain and snow every year. Harm producers definitely include severe winds that could free the flashing material. Inexactly installed flashing or wrong caulking used in the sealing process. Workers on your roof in Old Mastic might also inadvertently damage the flashing. If the chimney’s flashing is broken, it could quickly become a major issue if overlooked. With so much to gain from having properly installed or maintained flashing, it’s always important to ensure that the flashing is kept in optimum working order.

Whether you have a fireplace that is built with masonry stone or brick you’ll have to sustain the chimney flashing so that it won’t leak.

Chimney Flashing Inspections

Some of the chimneys flashing that we repair is the same chimney flashing that was installed when the chimney was initially built. The next factor that our pros would look for is if the bricks that are above the chimney flashing need to be renovated Missing mortar joints also need to be repaired and or re-tuckpointed so that the water can pass the chimney flashing. Expressway’s team can visit the property and assess the integrity of the home’s chimney system, identify whether your flashing needs to be resealed. Chimney inspection is a small maintenance task, but it’s one that you can’t afford to slight. Chimney leakage most commonly begins to erode chimney masonry below the roofline. Residence materials also simply develop harm over time. Mold growth – which is usually in dark, undrafted and damp areas are perfect for growing and harboring adverse mold. Mold is known to be harmful to humans and pets and if water is leaking down into your structure, the growth will be widespread and very expensive to remedy. We suggest you call Expressway to inspect your roof and chimney soon.

Expressway Chimney Flashing Repair Pros

This is one of the reasons it’s not advisable for the average client to perform a flashing installation fix on their own. Remember: One company doesn’t always fit all. When Expressway’s highly-skilled chimney pros craft new chimney flashing, we take the time to make sure the new metal flashing is a perfect fit – in terms of shape and size for your chimney and roof. Our pros have the proper tools and training and take pride in doing every service exactly the first time. However, our chimney experts know that there are a ton of other chimney companies options to choose from. Our technicians let Expressway’s work speak for itself. If it’s time for a chimney flashing inspection or you know there’s trouble with your flashing, you may call Old Mastic’s local chimney experts at 631.772.6363.

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