Chimneys are one of the most common spots for roof leaks because the roof surface has to wrap around a solid structure. If the flashing is worn out, cracked or lifting, water can run straight into the ceiling or wall cavity. We repair damaged flashing, install new metal work and check the surrounding roof area for any other signs of water entry. All flashing work is carried out to current BCP roofing requirements.
A chimney breaks the flow of the roof, so water naturally tries to pool or run into the gaps around it. Flashing seals the join between the chimney and the roof so water flows away safely. When flashing starts to rust, crack or come loose, leaks show up inside the house.
We look over the flashing, check the mortar or cladding around the chimney and make sure the roof sheets or tiles are sitting properly against it.
Old flashing often wears thin, pulls away at the edges or breaks down at the joints. Once this happens, water can slip underneath and travel through the roof space. We remove the damaged sections, inspect the chimney base and fit new flashing that sits firmly against the structure.
We seal and secure all joints so the water can’t track behind it. After the repair, we run a basic water test to make sure everything is watertight.
If you are restoring an older home or working on a renovation, the chimney may need new flashing altogether. We measure and cut the flashing to suit the shape of the chimney and the pitch of the roof.
We make sure the overlaps, angles and fixings follow BCP requirements so the flashing lasts in all weather conditions. Once installed, we check the surrounding tiles or sheets sit correctly around the new metalwork.
If you have water marks near your chimney or you can see the flashing lifting, give us a call on 03 9498 0458 or email info@heritageplumbinggroup.com.au. We can inspect the roof and explain what needs to be done.
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