A Step Most Homeowners Overlook
Before you repair or replace your roof, it is important to make sure your chimney is in good condition first. That means having the chimney cap, chimney cover, masonry, brick joints, and chimney flashings all inspected and confirmed as roof ready before any roofing work begins. It is not the most glamorous part of the process, but it is one of the smartest steps a homeowner can take.
Why Chimney Repair Should Come First
80% of the roofs inspected have a chimney that needs some level of attention. Completing chimney repair before the roofing work gets done is simply the more practical and cost effective approach. A Newton home recently came to us needing repairs to its slate roof. During the inspection, cracks, pits, and erosion were identified on the stucco chimney that were allowing rainwater to seep into the structure and cause further damage. Completing the chimney repairs before the roof work began was the only logical order of operations, and it saved the homeowner from dealing with the same problems all over again shortly after the roof was finished.
The Most Common Causes of Chimney Leaks
Aside from flashing issues, one of the most common causes of leaks developing around a chimney is water seeping into eroding bricks or stucco and compromising the structural integrity of the chimney over time. Cracks and pits in the masonry allow moisture to work its way in gradually, and by the time the damage becomes visible inside the home, it has often already spread further than it appears. Having your chimney examined regularly by a professional is one of the most effective ways to catch these issues before they reach that point.
Why the Order of Work Matters
Doing chimney repair after the roofing work is already complete creates significantly more work for everyone involved. Protecting a finished roof while masonry repairs are being carried out adds time, complexity, and cost to a project that could have been handled more efficiently from the start. Getting the chimney sorted first means the roofing work that follows is built on a solid, stable foundation.
Trusted Chimney Repair Services Near You
Providing chimney repair along with roof repair, slate roofing, and chimney inspection services for homeowners in Newton, MA and the surrounding areas. Our team inspects every chimney thoroughly before roofing work begins to make sure everything is in the right condition and completed in the right order.
