Roof Leaking Around Fireplace

Inspect the flashing for gaps or cracks.

Roof leaking around fireplace.

Look in the attic with a flashlight for evidence like water stains trhen trace them up the roof and rafters to the entry point. Inspect the flashing at the top sides and bottom edge of the chimney. If the leak isn t obvious have a helper watch in the attic while you get on the roof with a garden hose. Remove debris make sure your roof valleys are clear of debris re shingle valleys valleys may need to be reshingled with new ice and water shield put in place.

Position an extension ladder securely against the edge of the roof. Apply roof cement to any gaps or cracks. The following are the most common reasons for leaks around chimneys. Attach loose flashing securely to the chimney with masonry nails.

If portions are missing or bent contact a. Unfortunately we have realized that the roof is leaking around the chimney pipe. For tile roofs the underlayment which keeps water out may be deteriorated. Flaws in the roofing material above or adjacent to the chimney there may be a broken slate or tile nearby that is causing a leak.

The water runs down the pipe and drips onto tne sheetrock on the ceiling. It has eroded the sheetrock and has created a hole in the closet next to the fireplace. To repair chimney flashing leaks. Put on work.

Begin soaking low on the roof just above where the leak is visible inside the house.