Leaking chimney in Alachua? Our pros can stop it

From a temporary cover tonight to the permanent fix, local pros handle chimney leaks in Alachua. Free inspection first.

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Finding the leak instead of guessing

Why do so many chimney leaks come back after a repair? Because the repair went on the wrong spot. A chimney can let water in through the crown, the cap, the flashing, the brick or the mortar, and a stain inside can show up well away from the entry.

The visible condition helps decide where to investigate next. If access or weather makes the source uncertain, our pros explain the additional checks they recommend before proposing a repair. Describe the leak at your home in Alachua when you call (352) 675-6366.

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What's Included

Crown, cap, flashing, joints and brick

Temporary covers fitted until the repair day
Breathable repellent applied once repairs are done
Condensation ruled out before blaming the rain
Interior damage listed for the right trade in Alachua

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Local Conditions

Attic clues in an inland home

Up in the attic of a home in Alachua, a chimney leak shows as dark streaks on the roof boards, damp insulation or rusty nail tips beside the chimney. Our specialists check the attic on every leak inspection where there's access, since it tells them which side of the chimney to focus on outside. Fresh stains and dry, faded ones tell different stories, and our pros explain which you have.

Our Process

Covered tonight, dry for good

Stop the water

If it's pouring in, a temporary cover goes over the flue top until the repair day.
Find the entry

Everything is checked from the cap down, with a water test where the source isn't obvious.
Fix it for good

The crown, cap, flashing or joints get the lasting repair, given a written price first.
Check what got wet

Firebox, attic and walls get a final look, and you'll hear who repairs what, and when.

Why Choose Us

Family run, and patient about drying out

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

Drying time is explained, so the wall in Alachua is repaired once, after it's truly dry.

100% satisfaction, guaranteedThe leak isn't fixed until you're satisfied it's holding. That's our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
24/7 emergency lineWater pouring in? Our 24/7 line takes the call and sets up a temporary cover.
No hidden fees, all upfrontNo hidden fees on a leak repair in Alachua; water tests and covers are priced up front.

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Leaks that start at the crown

Up top, the crown is the concrete cap over the brick. A crown that's cracked, built flat, or finished level with the brick face with no overhang sends water down into the masonry and along the outside of the flue tile.

Cracks, slope and edges get checked, along with the joint where the flue tile comes through, which should have a flexible seal rather than rigid mortar. Hairline cracks can take a flexible crown coating made for the job. Wider cracks, loose pieces or a flat crown call for rebuilding it with a proper slope and drip edge.

Flashing leaks at the roof line

At the roof line, metal flashing seals the joint in layers: base pieces tied into the roofing, and counter flashing coming down from the brick over them. A lifted edge, a rusted piece, a short lap or a cracked sealant bead lets water in right at the roof line.

Stains right beside the chimney on the ceiling and wet roof boards in the attic point this way. Our specialists check all four sides and the cricket or back pan behind the chimney. Resealing sound metal is a smaller job than replacing it, and you'll see both priced when it's close.

Condensation that looks like a leak

A masonry flue venting a gas furnace or water heater can produce its own water. Exhaust from those appliances carries moisture, and when it cools in a flue that's too large or unlined, it condenses on the walls and runs down.

The result looks like a rain leak: stained masonry, crumbling mortar, white deposits and damp patches. The clue is timing, since condensation shows up when the appliance runs, rain or not. Our pros check for it before blaming the crown or flashing. The cure is a liner matched to the appliance, priced up front. Our pros can tell the two apart by where the staining sits and when it appears.

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Where we look for water in Alachua

Cap, lid and screen, and whether rain falls straight into the flue
Crown cracks, slope, edges and the seal around the flue tile
Stepped brick shoulders and the mortar wash on them
Whether a temporary cover is needed before the repair day

Claim 10% off your first service

Entry found, leak sealed, and a first-time booking earns 10% off.

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FAQs

What to know about a leaking chimney

Why did my last leak repair fail?

An earlier repair may have missed a source, or another component may now need attention. Our pros assess the present condition and discuss further investigation if the water path is unclear.

Will sealing the brick stop the leak?

Only if the brick itself is the path, and only after cracks and joints are repaired. Our pros test how fast the brick absorbs water before recommending a breathable repellent.

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