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Fast Chimney Repair: Preventing Leaky Chimneys


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There are very few guarantees in life, but one thing we can confidently guarantee is that water is always going to try to get into your chimney system. There’s just no getting around the fact that water’s will find any small point of weakness and take advantage of it. And weather is weather — some years may bring more rain, sleet and snow than others, but precipitation will always be there in some form or another, battling your chimneys defenses. Unfortunately, even the best chimneys can form leaks under this constant stress.

What Should You Do if Your Chimney is Leaking?

If leaks do pop up, the best way to make them go away is to hire knowledgeable, certified chimney technicians, with experience finding and repairing leaks. The CSIA-certified technicians at Young’s Chimney Service have repaired every kind of leak imaginable for homeowners in Lake, Orange, Seminole and Volusia Counties, and our service has earned us outstanding customer reviews. If you have a leak that needs fixing, call us at 407-322-1181!

Common Places Chimney Leaks Start:

Chimney Crowns

Located at the top of your chimney, these are generally made of masonry and designed to direct water away from your flue’s opening. But, they’re virtually unprotected against the elements, so it’s not uncommon to see cracks (which allow water in).

Chimney Caps

Chimney caps sit above the crown, and act as another line of defense. Chimneys with a missing cap will be incredibly welcoming to water and debris.

Chimney Flashing

Flashing keeps water from penetrating the seams between your chimney and roofline. If parts of the flashing are torn or come off, water will often make its way into the chimney.

Chimney Masonry

Masonry is porous, so it will allow a certain amount of moisture to penetrate. But if old or damaged brick and mortar are absorbing great deals of water, that moisture can cause the masonry to crack and decay, and can eventually make its way into the chimney and home.

Preventing Future Chimney Leaks by Waterproofing

While no one can promise a completely foolproof way to prevent leaks, modern preventative measures can go a long way toward extending the life of your chimney masonry and stopping leaks before they start.

Waterproofing Your Chimney

We can apply a waterproof coating to your masonry that will stop excess water from getting in, but will still allow the masonry to vent moisture and gases.

Pressure Wash & Sealing Chimneys

Soot can make your chimney look dingy, and the growth of moss and molds will cause deterioration. The technicians at Young’s can help by pressure washing your chimney so that it’s clean and safe. We are always careful not to damage the masonry, and will even seal it to prevent growth and discoloration from returning in the future.

For all your chimney leak needs, call Young’s Chimney Service at 407-322-1181!
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