We Fix Leaking Chimneys In Cumming GA

Chimney sweeps in Cumming, GA, perform repairs of chimney leaks in Cumming, Coal Mountain, GA, Buford, GA, Drew, GA, and Forsyth County, GA

Cumming GA chimney leak repair

Have you noticed water stains on the walls of your home, or water puddles in the attic?  Is water dripping into your firebox?  If so, it’s possible you have a leaky chimney, which can end up causing severe damage to the chimney itself as well as surrounding building materials of your home.  Chimney Solutions of Cumming GA can perform a thorough chimney inspection and then repair whatever is causing the leak. 

chimney leaking in Cumming GAWhy Do Chimneys Leak?

It’s not easy to spot the cause of a leaky chimney without a thorough inspection.  Leaks can come from a variety of sources and should be addressed right away to prevent the damage from becoming extensive.  Here are some possible reasons for chimney leaks.

Damaged or Missing Chimney Cap

The chimney cap is a critical component of chimney systems.  It covers the opening of the chimney and keeps rain water from getting down into the flue.  The moisture can wreak havoc once inside the chimney.  Water deteriorates and damages bricks, mortar and chimney liners.  We can repair chimney caps, depending on the level of damage.  We also can install a new cap on the chimney of any Cumming, GA, home.

Worn or Damaged Chimney Liner

The purpose of the chimney liner is to protect the building materials of the chimney from smoke and condensation that happen when wood is burned in the fireplace.  Condensation is created when the chimney cools down after a fire, and this moisture can cause damage if the chimney is operated without a liner.  Most homeowners don’t know the exact condition of their chimney liner, so the smartest move if you have a leaky chimney is to call Chimney Solutions for an inspection to determine if a damaged liner is the problem.

Damaged or Missing Flashing

Flashing is the metal material that seals the gap between your roof and the chimney.  The idea is to create a seal so that no water can run down the exterior of the chimney and into the house.  Over time flashing can deteriorate, become rusted, start cracking or just fall away all together.  When this happens, expensive water damage to the attic, roof or chimney itself is usually the result if the flashing isn’t replaced or repaired right away.

chimney crown repair in Cumming GeorgiaCracked Chimney Crown

The chimney crown is the cement section that covers part of the opening of the chimney.  Harsh weather, freezing and thawing, normal fireplace use and time itself can cause chimney crowns to begin cracking.  If not addressed, this will lead to deterioration of the crown, allowing water into the system.  If the chimney at your Cumming, GA, home is cracked or damaged, we can seal it or perform necessary repairs to prevent extensive water damage.

Qualified Chimney Sweep Needed!

Chimneys and water do not mix.  If your chimney is leaking, a little puddling in the attic or wall discoloration is the least of your worries.  Water damage can become so severe that entire sections of the home building materials around the chimney need to be replaced.  In addition, the chimney can become so degraded, it, too, will have to be rebuilt.  You can prevent all these problems by contacting Chimney Solutions in nearby Alpharetta, GA, and ordering a complete chimney inspection.  We’ll fix what’s broken and restore your chimney to a safe and fully functional state.

Chimney Leak Repair Cumming, GA / Coal Mountain, GA / Buford, GA / Drew, GA, and Forsyth County, GA

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