Chimney Leak Diagnosis & Repair in Miami
Water near a fireplace can start at the crown, the flashing, the cap, the chase cover, the masonry or even the surrounding roof. A chimney leak is solved by identifying where the water actually enters — sealing a surface without that is guesswork.
What we examine
- The crown and cap for cracks and gaps
- Flashing at the roof-to-chimney junction
- The chase cover on prefab systems
- Masonry joints and brick face
- Interior stains and their path from the entry point
Find the source, then repair it
A stain on a ceiling can be several feet from where water gets in. We follow the evidence to the actual entry point — crown, flashing, cap, chase or masonry — and repair that, rather than coating a surface and hoping.
Why 'just seal it' often fails
Waterproofing sound masonry has its place, but a coating over an active defect can trap moisture and hide the problem. Repair comes first; water-repellent treatment, if useful, comes after.
What affects the estimate
We don't publish one-size prices, because honest pricing depends on what we find. Factors include:
- Where the water actually enters
- Which components are involved
- Roof access and masonry condition
After we inspect and explain the findings, you get a clear written estimate — no surprise line items.
How to prepare
- Photograph stains and note when they appear (which storms)
- Don't repaint over stains before inspection
- Note whether it's tied to wind direction