Here it comes again - the rain, ice and snow season.
Fortunately, we have a little time to prepare. But if you’re already seeing leaks in your chimney, it’s time to act. There are many reasons chimneys leak. Here is a list of the top 5 sources of chimney leaks to investigate. And don’t worry, at All Year Chimney Sweeps, we’re here to help you get your chimney back to perfect operating condition again.
Improperly sealed flashing is one of the biggest culprits behind a leaky chimney. Time and severe weather eventually diminishes the effectiveness of your chimney flashing, allowing moisture to penetrate and damage your chimney. Sometimes, the flashing was inadequately sealed at the time of installation. A certified chimney sweep can quickly identify and correct any chimney leaks due to improperly sealed flashing.
Your chimney’s crown plays a very important role in protecting your chimney. It prevents rain, snow, ice and other elements from entering your chimney and eroding your masonry. Many leaky chimneys are suffering from a crack in the crown. Often, the crack can be repaired without need to replace anything else. However, do not delay, or there is a greater likelihood of needing to replace the crown and even the masonry.
3) NO CHIMNEY CAP
Many times, the issue behind your leaking chimney is simply that the top is not covered. The installation of a chimney cap is key to shielding your chimney from water, debris, and pests that can cause problematic blockages. If you do not already have a chimney cap, our All Year Chimney Sweeps technicians will be happy to expertly install the right cap for your chimney.
An improperly fitted liner in your chimney or flue can cause moisture from gas fumes to be absorbed into the bricks and lead to water seepage into the walls. This is another issue that can easily be identified by an experienced chimney sweep, and typically, repaired very swiftly.
The porosity of bricks as well as mortar can sometimes allow water to pass through. The application of water-proofing material by a professional chimney sweep like All Year Chimney Sweeps does an excellent job of preventing moisture from seeping into your home.
to schedule your own chimney checkup. Our technicians will create a special treatment plan to care for any issues. We will return your chimney to a place of perfect health fortification to win the war against water! Contact All Year Chimney Sweeps & Repair at (615) 285-9118 today! We look forward to serving you.
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