Chimney Leak Repair

What This Service Involves

Chimney leaks are notoriously tricky because water can enter at the crown, run through porous brick, slip past flashing, or bypass a missing cap before showing up as a stain far below. Our diagnostic approach isolates the actual entry point rather than smearing sealant over symptoms, which is how so many quick-fix repairs fail within a season here. Once we pinpoint the culprit, we repair that specific component and verify the fix with a controlled water test before we leave. This targeted method saves Puget Sound homeowners from the repeat call-backs that plague guess-and-caulk work.

Benefits

Pinpoints the real entry point instead of masking symptoms; delivers a targeted, lasting fix verified by water testing; prevents the recurring drips that come from guesswork repairs; protects interior finishes, framing, and the firebox from further damage

Our Process

1) Perform a full chimney inspection covering flashing, crown, masonry, and cap; 2) Run a controlled water test to isolate the exact entry point; 3) Repair the specific failed component causing the leak; 4) Retest and confirm the interior stays completely dry

What Affects the Cost

Location and number of entry points found; which components require repair or replacement; severity of any interior water damage; chimney height and roof access difficulty; masonry condition and porosity of the brick

Best Time of Year

Diagnose and repair chimney leaks as soon as staining appears, ideally during a dry window, so the source is confirmed before more rain arrives.