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Stains near the chimney
Water marks on the ceiling or walls next to the chimney.
Step flashing · Counter flashing · Chimney leaks
Chimney Flashing Repair in Rhode Island. Dry around the chimney again.
Water stains near the chimney are one of the most common roof leaks we hear about. Most come from flashing that has pulled away, cracked or was patched with sealant. Answer five quick questions to request a free quote.
- RI Licensed #20431
- CT HIC #HIC.0705172
- Residential only
- A sister company of Fence Pros Direct
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RI Licensed#20431
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CT HIC#HIC.0705172
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Residential onlyHomes, not commercial
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All of Rhode IslandStatewide service
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Sister companyof Fence Pros Direct
Chimney Flashing Repair
Why Chimneys Leak, and How We Fix It
Where a chimney comes through the roof, metal flashing has to bridge the gap between the masonry and the shingles. Step flashing is woven in with the shingles along the sides, and counter flashing set into the chimney covers it. When either one loosens, cracks or rusts, water runs right in.
A lot of chimney leaks we see have been ‘fixed’ before with a bead of caulk or tar. That might hold for a season, but it usually fails again. We remove the failed flashing and install new flashing the right way, tied into the shingles and the chimney.
Flashing is our job. If the chimney’s bricks, mortar or crown need work, that’s a job for a mason, and we’ll tell you if we see it.
Signs to watch for
Signs Your Chimney Flashing Is Failing
Catching these early usually means a smaller fix.
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Loose or bent metal
Flashing pulled away from the bricks or lifted at the edges.
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Old tar or caulk patches
Heavy sealant is a sign of earlier leaks that were never really fixed.
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Damp attic framing
Dark wood or wet insulation around the chimney in the attic.
Step by step
How Chimney Flashing Repair Works
Find the cause, then fix it.
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Request a quote
Tell us what you’re seeing with five quick questions.
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We follow up
We get in touch to talk through the problem and what it will take to fix.
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The work
We fix the source of the problem, not just the symptom.
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Finish & cleanup
The work area is cleaned up and we walk you through what we did.
Small problem today, big repair next season.
Get it looked at now. Request a quote and we’ll follow up.
Rhode Island weather
Why Rhode Island Roofs Leak
Weather is behind most of the problems we hear about.
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Coastal wind
Wind off Narragansett Bay and the South County shore can lift and peel shingles loose.
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Nor’easters
Wind-driven rain looks for any gap, especially at flashing around chimneys, walls and vents.
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Snow & ice dams
Snow that melts on a warm roof and refreezes at the cold eaves can back water up under the shingles.
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Salt air
Near the coast, salt spray is hard on exposed metal like flashing and fasteners.
Chimney Flashing Repair FAQ
Chimney Flashing Repair Questions, Answered
Don’t see your question? Request a free quote and ask us. Or call 401-552-4845.
Do you repair the chimney itself?
We repair the flashing where the chimney meets the roof. Bricks, mortar, the crown and the inside of the chimney are a job for a mason.
Can you just reseal my chimney flashing?
Sealant alone usually fails again. If the flashing is sound, a small repair may be enough. If it has failed, we replace it.
Should I replace chimney flashing when I replace my roof?
Yes. A new roof is the right time for new flashing at the chimney, walls and vents.
How much does chimney flashing repair cost?
It depends on the size of the chimney, the roof pitch and what we find. Request a free quote and we’ll follow up.
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