Chimney Flashing For Wyandanch

What Chimney Flashing Does

Chimney flashing defends 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 maintenance of a home. Chimney flashing is rarely seen – or even noticed – until something goes wrong with it. When roof or chimney flashing becomes broken, it loses it imperviousness and resistance to water and begins a host of other weakening. The chimney flashing or caulking used to keep your flashing in place can slowly erode, making the roof prone to leaks. If water gets past the chimney flashing, there is nothing left to stop it from aggressive the structure’s walls and ceilings.

Chimney flashing’s purpose is to forestall 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 cushion your chimney as well as your roof and attic from the inevitable deterioration initiated by excessive water aggression.

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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. If, when it starts to rain, you notice that there are areas in your residence that start to leak, call your local flashing experts immediately. Our trained flashing techs may find the source of the problem and fix it ASAP. On your home’s roof, do you see harmful mold, algae, mildew or fungus growth? Are there shrinking, blistering or curling shingles? Is there any water damaging into the attic or into walls that you may see?

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A variety of things will harm the flashing and cause the need for either a flashing installation. Problem producers definitely include harsh winds that could free the flashing material. Rust issues (which are common with certain selections of flashing material). Old age – i.e. many extreme winters and crazy summers. If your chimney’s flashing is problematic, it can quickly become a major issue if forgetten about. With so much to gain from having properly installed or maintained flashing, it’s important to ensure that the flashing is kept in prime working order.

Chimney flashing should last about 20 years in Wyandanch’s crazy climate due to the amount of wear and tear caused by New York’s weather patterns.

Chimney Flashing Inspections

Some of the structure’s chimneys in Wyandanch are over 50 years old or more and failing. Most of the time this can 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 tested for cracks at least once a month. Our team could visit the property and assess the integrity of your residence’s chimney system, identify whether your flashing needs to be repaired. If the chimney’s flashing is rusting and breaking away from the roof, our team might replace all of the flashing around the spots in question and help to keep your residence’s roof secured. Chimney leakage usually begins to erode chimney masonry below the roofline. If there are undiscovered cracks or compromises in this masonry, the damage will be faster and more pervasive. Wall boards, insulation, electrical wiring and other dwelling building materials might be severely harmed by regular water intrusion. Mold is known to be risky to humans and pets and if water is infiltrating down into your property, the growth will 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 advisable for the average client to perform a flashing installation repair on their own. Remember: One chimney contractor doesn’t always fit all. When Expressway’s highly-skilled chimney pros craft new chimney flashing, our technicians take the time to make sure the new product is a perfect fit – in terms of shape and size for the chimney and roof. We, at Expressway, would love to handle all of your chimney flashing and other structure needs. So why choose Expressway? Our pros could talk about quality and the Expressway advantage. Our technicians let our work speak for itself. If it’s time for a chimney flashing inspection or you know there’s trouble with your flashing, you can call Expressway Roofing & Chimney at 631.772.6363.

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