Chimney Flashing For Westhampton

The Importance Of Chimney Flashing

Chimney flashing is your Westhampton structure’s first line of integrity against water infiltration. Chimney flashing is one of the most forgotten spots in the maintenance of a property. Chimney flashing is rarely seen – or even noticed – until something goes wrong with it. When roof or chimney flashing becomes problematic, it loses it imperviousness and resistance to water and causes a host of other weakening. The chimney flashing or caulking used to keep the flashing in place may slowly erode, making your roof prone to leaks. Warped or missing flashing will lead to a serious water leak and severe damage to your Westhampton residence and parts of the chimney.

There are 3 layouts of chimney flashing. ‘Step flashing’ – which diverts water from the roof away from the chimney. ‘Counter flashing’ – which is installed around a chimney to avert water from leaking into the residence. And ‘cricket flashing’ – which averts water’s nature to pond on your roof. Chimney flashing is made typically from sheet metal strips that are engineered to to fit securely around the base of the chimney where it intersects with the roof. When installed precisely, chimney flashing could serve you well for many years.

Checking For Chimney Flashing Damage

Following a storm, walk around your structure and inspect for water stains in your ceiling using a flashlight if possible. If, when it starts to rain, you notice that there are areas in your dwelling that start to leak, call us immediately. Expressway’s trained chimney techs recommend you never let leaks go without address or repair for very long. On your residence’s roof, do you see dangerous mold, algae, mildew or fungus growth? Are there shrinking, blistering or curling shingles? Is there any water infiltrating into the attic or into walls that you may see?

Leave The Flashing Repairs To A Flashing Pro

Here in the NY tri-state area (and especially in Westhampton) 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 selections of flashing material). Old age – i.e. many crazy winters and crazy summers. Flashing that has deteriorated from the elements could eventually cause damage to your roofing system, as your chimney flashing helps impede water damage from occurring to your roof deck and shingle system. With so much to gain from having correctly installed or maintained flashing, it is important to ensure that the flashing is kept in efficient working order.

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

Spotting Damaged Chimney Flashing

Some of the chimneys flashing that our chimney experts repair is the same chimney flashing that was installed when the chimney was initially built. Most of the time this might be fixed by cutting out the old metal flashing with an angle grinder and replacing it with new chimney flashing. Last – but not least – almost every fireplace crown needs to be analyzed for cracks at least once a month. Our team might visit the property and assess the integrity of your structure’s chimney system, identify whether the flashing needs to be replaced. Chimney inspection is a small maintenance task, but it’s one that you can’t afford to pass over. Chimney damage generally begins to erode chimney masonry below the roofline. House materials just simply develop breakage over time. Mold growth – which is most commonly in dark, undrafted and damp places are perfect for growing and harboring noxious mold. Mold is known to be risky to humans and pets and if water is damaging down into your structure, the growth might be widespread and very expensive to remedy. We suggest you call Expressway to inspect your roof and chimney soon.

Chimney Flashing Repairs By Expressway

This is one of the reasons it’s not okay for the average client to perform a flashing installation fix on their own. Remember: One chimney company doesn’t always fit all. When Expressway’s highly-skilled flashing technicians install new chimney flashing, we take the time to make sure the new flashing is a perfect fit – in terms of shape and size for the chimney and roof. We have the latest tools and training and take pride in doing every job precisely the first time. However, our technicians know that there are a ton of other chimney companies options to choose from. Feel free to check out our Google reviews or even look at some of our previous work. If it’s time for a chimney flashing inspection or you know there’s trouble with your flashing, you might call Westhampton’s local chimney experts at 631.772.6363.

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