Appears to be a leak between the shingles and the fireplace, likely caused by settling in the last few years. Any idea on the difficulty of repair myself/price if I get a roofer on it? Roof was replaced in 2018 2 homeowners ago.
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hard Rain Reveals Leak at Fireplace
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Last: 9 mo ago by Leggo My Elko
DIY depends on why it's leaking and of course your roof. If it's single story and low slope, that make a a huge difference.
That leak may not be related to your roof at all. If you can get up there SAFELY, see what your mortar and masonry look like up there. I chased a leak on my own room many years ago only to find it wasn't the roof but a crack in my masonry.
Any roofer can take a look for you but I'd start there before jumping to the roof. It could be that, could be flashing, could be a few things. It might be obvious once you're up there
That leak may not be related to your roof at all. If you can get up there SAFELY, see what your mortar and masonry look like up there. I chased a leak on my own room many years ago only to find it wasn't the roof but a crack in my masonry.
Any roofer can take a look for you but I'd start there before jumping to the roof. It could be that, could be flashing, could be a few things. It might be obvious once you're up there
If it were me & safe for you to be on roof, GE Silicone sealant applied at all flashing openings that allow water behind them.
Then when other roof work is afoot within a year, attempt to order thru-wall (thru brick joints) metal flashing, well sealed.
Then when other roof work is afoot within a year, attempt to order thru-wall (thru brick joints) metal flashing, well sealed.
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Do you have a cricket on the roof where it meets the chimney? You can google photos if you don't know what I'm talking about. I had never heard of it, but I was having leaking at my chimney and this was one of the measures the waterproofer recommended. I had other issues going on, but something to consider.
That all depends in the nature of the leak. Personally, I'd pay a roofer.Quote:
Any idea on the difficulty of repair myself/price if I get a roofer on it?
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