Problems We Fix
Step, apron and counter flashing work in Goldsboro
Laps that send water over the joint
Flashing works because each piece overlaps the one below it in the direction water flows. Reverse a lap and the water is guided underneath instead. Brick Industry Association guidance is that flashing and counter flashing be lapped so water cannot get behind the inner layer, with every bend or break completely sealed.
Every lap is checked for direction as well as for whether metal is present. Our experts explain what they find on your Goldsboro chimney in plain terms, and every repair carries our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Sealant that belongs in a flashing joint
Sealant has a real place in a flashing detail, at the reglet and at laps, but the type matters. The Brick Industry Association recommends a good grade of polysulfide, butyl or silicone rubber sealant in chimney joints, never an oil-based one, with proper priming and backing.
We use sealant where the detail calls for it and rely on metal everywhere else. Our local team explains the difference on site in Goldsboro, and the written price comes before any work, with no hidden fees.
Reading where the stain appears
Where water shows up inside tells us a lot. Stains on the ceiling or wall beside the chimney, or wet framing in the attic next to it, point toward the flashing or the roof around it. Water inside the firebox itself more often enters higher up, through the top of the chimney. We map the stain against the chimney before touching the roof.
That keeps the repair aimed at the real cause. Our family-owned team makes that first diagnosis in Goldsboro free of charge.
When water comes through the brick above
Flashing only protects the joint it covers. Brick and mortar above the roofline absorb rain, and water can travel down inside the masonry. That is why the Brick Industry Association carries counter flashing through the wall to collect water draining down the back of the brickwork. Without that, sound flashing can look guilty.
If the masonry is the real source, chimney waterproofing or masonry work may be the right fix. You get that honest answer free in Goldsboro from our family-owned team.
Working safely on your roof
Flashing work happens at the roofline, so safe access comes first. We choose ladders and anchors to suit the pitch and height, and we do not work on a roof that is wet or in high wind. Please do not climb up to look at the flashing or peel back a patch yourself.
If conditions on the day are unsafe, we reschedule rather than cut corners. That is how our local crew protects your Goldsboro home and our own people. Flashing work you confirm within 72 hours of the free inspection is 10% off.
