Chimney Flashing Repair in Queens & Long Island
Flashing is the metal that seals the joint where the chimney meets the roof. When it lifts, rusts or the sealant fails, water runs straight into walls and ceilings — we repair or replace it with step and counter flashing.
What is chimney flashing repair?
Flashing is the metal seal where the chimney passes through the roof. Done properly, it's two layers: step flashing woven into the shingles and counter flashing set into the chimney's mortar joints.
Many chimneys have flashing that's just bent metal held on with tar or caulk. That works for a while, then lets water straight into the wall and ceiling below.
Warning signs
- Leaks that appear during rain, especially wind-driven rain
- Rusted, lifted or bent metal at the chimney base
- Tar or caulk smeared around the flashing
- Water stains on the attic side of the chimney
How SkyFlue does it
- 1Inspect and photographWe look at the chimney inside and out and photograph what we find.
- 2Clear written estimateYou get a written estimate describing the work before anything starts.
- 3Remove failed flashingOld metal and tar patches come off.
- 4Install step and counter flashingCounter flashing is set into cut mortar joints (reglets).
- 5Cricket where neededWide chimneys get a saddle to shed water.
What affects the scope
- Roof material and pitch
- Chimney width
- Condition of the surrounding shingles
- Whether a cricket is needed
When to call
Call if you see leaks during storms or the flashing looks rusted, lifted or tar-patched.
Call (934) 271-0372Chimney Flashing Repair FAQ
What is chimney flashing?+
The metal that seals the joint between the chimney and the roof, usually as step flashing and counter flashing.
Is tar around the chimney a problem?+
Tar is often a sign of a past patch. It cracks with age and is a common source of leaks.
What's a cricket?+
A small peaked structure behind a wide chimney that diverts water around it.
Does my roofer or chimney company fix flashing?+
Either can. We repair flashing as part of chimney leak work and coordinate with your roofer if the roof itself needs replacement.