Flashing is the barrier used to seal chimneys, vents, pipes, skylights, and other roof-mounted features. It’s necessary to keep water from seeping through the edges of an installation, and when it breaks down, it can cause leaks. If your flashing is starting to deteriorate, the chimney repair experts at Daryl Myers Brick, a small business in Independence, KY, can fix it. Flashing repair is an important skill to have when you specialize in chimneys, as properly installed flashing will protect your investment in their home.

If you’re curious, here’s what takes place during a chimney flashing repair:

• Sanding & Cleaning: Before the actual repair takes place, a good contractor will first sand and clean the corroded area. This helps ensure no further corrosion takes place and that repair materials can adhere properly.

• Hole Patching: Some common damage to chimney flashing includes small points of corrosion. If responded to quickly enough, these pinholes can usually be patched with roofing cement. If the corrosion has spread farther than that, the chimney repair person will need to cover the hole with a patch of flashing material, then seal it with roofing cement.

• Flashing Replacement: Sometimes repair isn’t feasible. If flashing damage is extensive enough, patching might be more trouble than its worth. In these cases, your repair professional will need to remove all existing flashing and surrounding roofing shingles. Then they’ll install brand new chimney flashing and shingles.

Daryl Myers Brick specializes in chimney repair, including flashing. If your chimney is leaking or needs sealing, give this team a call. Not only will they get the job done well, but they also won’t take any payment until you are 100% satisfied. To request your free estimate, just give them a call at (859) 743-3850. For a list of other available services, visit the brick and stone contractors online.