Water is definitely one of the fireplace`s worst enemies .
It can compromise your chimney's performance and structural integrity while having the tendency to cause hidden damage.
For water-damaged chimney repair in Greater Vancouver Regional District, consult with our trained technicians to remedy your chimney problems
If you notice water damage on your walls or ceiling or if a foul smell is coming from your fireplace or attic , contact our chimney professionals for the best advice.
Our chimney professionals would surely be able to differentiate between what would require a chimney flashing repair and a chimney crown repair vs. a full replacement or a new liner
Our chimney technicians in Vancouver, BC will diagnose any water leaks within your chimney structure to determine the cause and fix it.
A chimney without a cover allows a lot of rain to fall into the chimney, as well as animals and debris. A chimney cover is essential to block debris and water from entering the chimney.
The chimney crown is the cement portion at the top of the chimney. Bricks go up around tile flue liners, but something is necessary at the top to stop water from falling around the tiles. Chimney crowns eventually begin to crack from shifts in the structure, and water can flow right through these cracks. Even small cracks should be repaired quickly before they worsen, as freezing and thawing water will force small cracks to become larger. If chimney crown damage becomes too significant, the crown must be removed and replaced.
In some cases, the bricks themselves may be leaking as they are porous. Waterproofing a chimney can be a solution, but it must be done properly to avoid trapping water and causing more damage.
In manufactured or prefab fireplaces, water leakage is often caused by the chase cover at the top of the flue pipe exit. Chase covers may eventually buckle over time and hold pooling water. Vancouver Custom Chimney is in the GVRD and can replace your chase cover with a new custom sheet metal chase cover design to fit your specific application.