Chimney Waterproofing and Flashing Repair
Most homeowners don’t think about their chimney on a daily basis, especially not their chimney roof flashing. It is just another structure, sitting outside, strong and steady. It weathers the blistering heat of St. Louis summers and the blustery cold. It stands exposed in rain, and snow and hail; all of which can have deteriorating effects on the structure.
A chimney can be made up of a variety of materials including stone, mortar, concrete, brick, flue tile, steel, cast iron and sheet metal. Water penetration is the single most damaging factor to your chimney, which makes chimney waterproofing crucial to the longevity of your home!
Some of the damage that water can cause includes:
- Rusted damper assemblies
- Deteriorated metal and/or masonry firebox assemblies
- Rusted or discolored decorative fireplace accessories, fittings and glass doors.
- Water stained walls and ceilings
- Rotting wood and adjacent drywall, plaster or other wall coverings
- Decayed exterior mortar
- Collapsed hearth support
- Tilted or collapsed chimney structure
- Foul odors from creosote exposed to water
In order to prevent these types of damages it is important to ensure your chimney roof flashing is in proper working order with yearly inspections. It is also a good idea to have these spots inspected after a major wind or hail storm, which can cause additional damage outside of regular wear and tear. An inspection will ensure that all of the joints, caps and flashings are properly waterproofed in addition to an inspection of the chimney structure itself.
Clean Sweep Chimney Specializes in Chimney Waterproofing and Repair
If it is determined that there is damage to the structure, you can trust Clean Sweep Chimney to repair your chimney and get it watertight. We can repair or replace damaged chimney crowns and caps, repair deteriorated mortar joints and replace leaky chimney flashings, all of which will keep your chimney system dry and safe. Chimney Sweep has been repairing chimneys since 1977. We have the expertise to fix any problem, big or small. If the water damage is extensive we can even rebuild the chimney completely!
If you suspect a leak or see tell-tale signs of water in your home call us today. We will get your chimney watertight and repair any chimney related damage to get your home back to new.
Servicing all of St. Louis, MO
Our service area includes:
- St. Louis
- Chesterfield
- Creve Coeur
- St. Charles
- O'Fallon
- Wentzville
- Ladue
- Kirkwood
- and everywhere in-between!
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Whether you need a simple cleaning, repair work, or a brand new fireplace or chimney, you can count on Clean Sweep Chimney. With over 30,000 chimneys serviced over the years, we are one of the most experienced and longest lasting family owned companies in St. Louis. Let us help you with our St. Louis chimney services!
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