Chimney Flashing For Town Of Islip

The Importance Of Chimney Flashing

Chimney flashing is your Town Of Islip residence’s first line of defense against water problems. Chimney flashing is one of the most pertinent parts of a structure’s chimney. Chimney flashing is rarely seen – or even noticed – until something goes wrong with it. Roof flashing is installed to avert your Town Of Islip structure from water damage and is sometimes installed around vents, chimneys and skylights. The chimney flashing or caulking used to keep your flashing in place will slowly erode, making the roof prone to leaks. If water gets past your chimney flashing, there is nothing left to stop it from penetrating the structure’s walls and ceilings.

Chimney flashing’s purpose is to avert rain water and melting snow. Flashing has two layers: “step flashing” and “counter flashing.” L-shaped step flashing is also laid down and tightly sealed with caulk. Expressway provides flashing inspections, preventative maintenance and chimney inspections to preserve the chimney as well as your roof and attic from the inevitable deterioration caused by excessive water infiltration.

Chimney Flashing Issues To Look For

Even if your roof looks 100% fine after a heavy rain or snow storm, there could still be underlying damage that may go unnoticed to a novice eye. If, when it starts to rain, you notice that there are areas in your residence that start to leak, call Expressway Roofing & Chimney immediately. Our trained flashing techs could find the source of the problem and fix it ASAP. On your residence’s roof, do you see threatening mold, algae, mildew or fungus growth? If you notice mold, shrinking, blistering or curling shingles, contact an fully-trained chimney flashing chimney company such as Expressway to look at your structure’s chimney and roof and recommend an appropriate course of action before it’s too late.

How Does Flashing Become Concerning?

Several conditions might harm the flashing and initiate the need for either a flashing repair. Squirrels, raccoons and other animals that enjoy chewing on the flashing. Rust issues (which are common with certain layouts of flashing material). Workers on a roof in Town Of Islip will also inadvertently harm the flashing. Flashing that has deteriorated from the elements can eventually cause weakening to the roofing system, as your chimney flashing helps prevent water harm from occurring to the roof deck and shingle system. With so much to gain from having properly installed or maintained flashing, it is important to ensure that your flashing is kept in optimum working order.

Some Signs Your Chimney could Need New Flashing:

• the flashing is dislodged or missing
• your flashing is rusted or rotted through
• the flashing is now coming dislodged
• your 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 home.

Chimney Flashing Inspections

Some of the home’s chimneys in Town Of Islip are over 50 years old or more and failing. The next factor that we would look for is if the bricks that are above the chimney flashing need to be fixed Last – but not least – almost every fireplace crown needs to be investigated for cracks at least once a month. Expressway’s team might visit your property and assess the integrity of your property’s chimney system, identify whether your flashing needs to be addressed. Chimney inspection is a small maintenance task, but it’s one that you can’t afford to overlook. Chimney leakage generally begins to erode chimney masonry below the roofline. If there are undiscovered cracks or compromises in this masonry, the harm might be faster and more pervasive. Wall boards, insulation, electrical wiring and other property building materials may be severely broken by regular water invasion. Because damage happens below the roof and out of sight, customers will not become aware of any danger until a major safety and property risk occurs. We suggest you call Expressway to inspect your roof and chimney soon.

Expressway: The Premier Chimney Repair Pros

Because there are a lot of parts and components of a chimney system, chimney flashing must be precisely customized in order to function well. Remember: One chimney company 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 latest tools and training and take pride in doing every project exactly the first time. So why choose Expressway? We could talk about quality and the Expressway advantage. Our chimney experts 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 can contact Expressway Roofing & Chimney at 631.772.6363.

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