S Stackline Chimney & Roof Leak Co.
Indianapolis, IN · 46201 Flashing · Crowns · Caps

Wall & Sidewall Flashing Repair in Indianapolis, IN Near Me

Step and counter flashing where a roof slope runs into a wall, dormer or second story. Call (833) 583-1301 for chimney flashing repair.

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Wall and sidewall flashing repair covers the spot where a sloped roof runs into a vertical wall. It is the same problem as a chimney, and on a lot of homes with no chimney at all, it is where the leak really is: a porch roof against the house, a dormer cheek wall, or a garage roof that tucks into a second story.

The correct detail is step flashing under every shingle course, with the siding or a separate counter flashing lapping over it. At the bottom of the wall, where the roof edge meets the siding, there has to be a kick-out flashing, a small bent diverter that pushes water into the gutter instead of down behind the siding. Missing kick-outs are one of the most common causes of rotted wall sheathing we see.

On stucco and stone veneer homes, the fix often means cutting back the finish to reach the flashing, then patching it after the metal is right. On vinyl or fiber cement siding, we pull the bottom courses, reflash, and reinstall the siding.

This work pairs well with skylight flashing repair if a leak shows up in more than one spot. Call (833) 583-1301 and our crew will trace it.

How a chimney leak job goes

Four steps to chimney flashing repair in Indianapolis, IN

01

Call and describe the leak

Tell us where the water shows up and when. A stain that only appears in wind-driven rain points somewhere different than water in the firebox.

02

We find the entry point

Our crew checks the crown, the brick face and the step and counter flashing, because a leak at the chimney is not always a flashing problem.

03

You get a plain written scope

We tell you what failed, what we plan to replace and what it costs before any shingle comes off.

04

We fix it with metal, not caulk

New step flashing under each shingle course and counter flashing set into a ground mortar joint. Photos before and after.

Coverage

Chimney Flashing Repair Across Indianapolis, IN

Chimney flashing repair and chimney leak repair for homes across Indianapolis, IN. Call (833) 583-1301 with your address.

Neighborhoods we cover for chimney flashing repair

  • Broad Ripple
  • Fountain Square
  • Mass Ave
  • Irvington
  • Haughville
  • Lockerbie Square
  • Chatham Arch
  • Fall Creek Place

ZIP codes we serve

46201 46202 46203 46204 46205 46206 46208 46214 46216 46217 46218 46219 46220 46221 46222 46224 46225 46226 46227 46228 46229 46231 46234 46235 46236 46237 46239 46240 46241 46250 46254 46256 46259 46260 46268 46278 46280 46290
Wall & Sidewall Flashing Repair in Indianapolis, IN

Chimney Flashing Repair FAQs

Questions about chimney flashing repair

Questions we hear about Wall & Sidewall Flashing Repair in Indianapolis, IN.

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How do I know if my chimney leak is flashing or something else?
Look at when it leaks. A stain that shows up during wind-driven rain from one direction often points to the flashing on that side. Water that shows up in the firebox or on the damper usually comes from the top, through an open flue or a cracked crown. Damp brick inside the attic after a long soaking rain points to porous masonry. Our crew checks all three before recommending chimney flashing repair.
What is the difference between step flashing and counter flashing?
Step flashing is the set of small L-shaped pieces tucked under each shingle course along the side of the chimney. Counter flashing is the metal set into the brick that laps down over the step flashing. The two work as a pair. One without the other leaks.
Do I need a chimney cricket?
Building code calls for a cricket on the uphill side of any chimney wider than 30 inches, unless the chimney sits on the ridge. Even on a narrower chimney, a cricket helps if you see leaves piling up or water ponding behind the brick after a storm.
Is chimney leak repair covered by homeowners insurance?
That depends on your policy and what caused the leak. Sudden storm damage is often covered, while wear and old flashing usually is not. We photograph the damage and write up what we find so you have something to show your adjuster.
My house has no chimney. Can you still help with a roof leak?
Yes. Much of our work is wall flashing, skylight flashing, vent pipe boots and valley flashing, which use the same methods as a chimney. On homes without masonry chimneys, those are where most leaks start.

Chimney leak repair

Need Chimney Flashing Repair in Indianapolis, IN? Call now.

Water at the chimney, a skylight or a wall? Call (833) 583-1301 for chimney flashing repair in Indianapolis, IN. Tell us where the water shows up and we will set a time to look at it.

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