Leaky chimney flashing in Rochelle? Ask our pros

Brown ring on the ceiling by the chimney? Book a free inspection in Rochelle and see what the flashing repair involves.

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Which metal your new flashing should be

Which metal should the new flashing be? The Brick Industry Association recommends stainless steel for chimney flashing, notes that fresh mortar can attack aluminum, and warns that copper can stain brick and stone. Galvanized steel, the cheapest option, isn't on its recommended list.

You'll hear those tradeoffs for your roof and brick, and the metal that suits both goes on with fasteners that won't react with it. The metal is named on your quote, so you know exactly what's going on the roof. Talk to our flashing specialists about the right metal for your chimney in Rochelle at (352) 675-6366.

Rochelle is about 10 miles from the Gainesville reference point, measured in a straight line. Homes in Rochelle are part of the Alachua County ground our pros cover.

What's Included

Flashing parts we replace in Rochelle

Back-side width measured against the cricket rule
Back pans cleared of debris and resealed
Exposed nails sealed or the piece replaced
Water tests offered after repairs in Rochelle

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Local Conditions

Pressure washing a roof near the chimney

Pressure washing a roof in Rochelle can drive water up under the flashing, strip sealant from the counter flashing joint and blast mortar from the brick beside it.

If a leak started after a roof cleaning, our pros check the flashing and the joint above it first, then reseal or repoint what the spray damaged. It's worth telling the roof cleaner about the chimney next time.

Our Process

Flashing work in Rochelle, one side at a time

Attic and all four sides

The attic below is looked at first, then every side of the flashing on the roof.
Choose reseal or replace

You get each side given a written price, with the reason for the fix we recommend.
Mortar first, then metal

Joints are repointed, base and step pieces fitted, and counter flashing set into the brick.
Seal, show and clean up

Joints are sealed, you see the finished work, and every scrap of old flashing leaves with us.

Why Choose Us

Flashing pros who check all four sides

Locally owned and run
A family-run company
100% satisfaction guarantee
Your inspection is free
Same-day visits available
Arrange a visit, take 10% off

Wherever the brick allows, counter flashing goes into a cut mortar joint instead of relying on caulk alone.

Our workmanship warrantyOur workmanship warranty covers the flashing we fit on your chimney in Rochelle.
Your written price is freeThe flashing estimate is free and written, side by side for each face of the chimney.
100% satisfaction, guaranteedFlashing we fixed still letting water in? We return. That's our 100% satisfaction guarantee.

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Sealants that belong on a chimney

Sealant closes the joint where counter flashing meets the brick, and the wrong product fails fast. The Brick Industry Association advises polysulfide, butyl or silicone sealants with proper priming and backing, and advises against oil-based ones.

Our specialists pick a sealant rated for both metal and masonry, clean and dry the joint before applying it, and tool it so it sheds water. Sealant is a maintenance item, so they'll tell you what to look for on the bead in the years ahead, such as cracking or pulling away at the edges. Good sealant on well-set flashing is a small part of the job that makes a big difference.

Attic clues that point to flashing

In the attic, a flashing leak leaves a trail. Water stains on the roof boards along one side of the chimney, damp insulation against the masonry, and rusty nail tips poking through the deck near it all point to a gap above.

Our specialists note which side the stains run down, since that tells them which flashing to look at hardest. Fresh water marks and damp insulation mean an active leak; dry, faded stains may be old history. That distinction helps you decide how quickly to book the repair. Our pros describe what they saw in the attic on the written quote, so you have a record of the leak's extent.

Deciding between a reseal and new flashing

Sound flashing with failed sealant can be resealed. That means the metal lies flat, has no holes, laps properly over the base, and is set into the brick or held firmly against it.

If any of those isn't true, new flashing is the lasting fix. Our specialists check each point on each side and tell you which applies, with prices for both where it's close. A reseal is quicker and cheaper; replacement lasts longer and costs more. You'll see why they recommend one over the other, on the quote, before any work begins. Either way, the metal and sealant used are named on the quote.

Free Inspection

Attic and roof, checked at no charge

Back pan or cricket on the upslope side of the chimney
Sealant beads, their type and whether they've cracked or pulled away
Rust, holes and exposed nails in the flashing metal
Attic boards, insulation and nail tips next to the chimney

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FAQs

Reseal or replace? Common questions

Is Rochelle in range for chimney flashing repair?

Of course. Point us to the ceiling or wall that shows the stain, and our pros will check all four sides of the flashing and the attic below at no cost. Rochelle is part of the Alachua County area we cover.

What metal do you use for flashing?

Your roof and brick decide it. The Brick Industry Association recommends stainless steel for chimneys, and our specialists name the metal on your quote with the reason for choosing it.

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