Chimney leaks in Longwood tend to show up during the summer rainy season, when afternoon thunderstorms drive water sideways against the masonry and test every joint and seal. The older brick chimneys in the area's established subdivisions were often flashed with a single layer of step flashing without a counter-flashing embedded in the mortar joints, which was acceptable at the time but does not hold up indefinitely. When that flashing loosens or the mortar holding it erodes, water finds a path inside the wall or ceiling below.
Chimney Leak & Flashing Repair: What the Work Looks Like
The kind of chimney leak & flashing repair work we handle for Longwood homeowners — swipe to see more.
What Our Chimney Leak & Flashing Repair Service Includes
Leak-Source Diagnosis
We find where water is actually entering — not just where the stain appears.
Flashing Repair & Reseal
The roof-to-chimney flashing re-sealed or replaced where it's failed.
Crown & Cap Sealing
Cracked crowns and missing caps fixed to close the most common top-side leaks.
Masonry Waterproofing
Porous brick and open joints sealed so the wall stops soaking up rain.
Why Longwood Homes Need Chimney Leak & Flashing Repair
What we look for during a leak investigation on a Longwood home includes the condition of the step flashing along the roofline, the counter-flashing where the chimney meets the roof deck, the crown on top of the chimney, and the mortar joints in the upper courses of brick. Florida's heat expands and contracts masonry repeatedly over the years, and hairline cracks in mortar or a crown that was finished too thin will eventually allow water infiltration even if the exterior looks intact.
Our repair approach starts with identifying exactly where water is entering before we touch anything. We re-bed and seal flashing that has lifted, and we apply counter-flashing into cut mortar joints where the original installation lacked it. Crown repairs involve removing failed material back to sound substrate and applying a properly sloped, reinforced finish coat. We do not apply surface sealers as a substitute for actual repairs to flashing or mortar that has failed.
If you have noticed water stains on the ceiling near your fireplace after Seminole County's summer rains, or a damp smell from the firebox area, it is worth having someone look at it before interior damage accumulates. Leak repairs are typically straightforward when caught early and considerably more involved when the water has had time to wick into framing or drywall. We can usually identify the source within a single visit.
Signs You Need Chimney Leak & Flashing Repair
- Water stains or discoloration on the ceiling or wall near the chimney
- A musty, damp smell inside the firebox, especially after rain
- Dripping sounds or visible moisture inside the fireplace
- Peeling paint, bubbling drywall, or rust on the damper near the chimney
How It Works
Call or Request a Quote
Tell us what's going on with your Longwood chimney or fireplace and we'll set a time that works.
Free On-Site Assessment
We come out, find the real cause, and give you honest, upfront pricing — no obligation.
Done Right, Fast
We finish the work cleanly and confirm everything is safe and ready to use.
Chimney & Fireplace Services in Longwood
Your local Longwood team for everything your chimney and fireplace need.
Chimney Repair in Longwood
Cracked crowns, spalling brick, loose mortar, and water damage repaired to last.
Chimney Sweep & Cleaning in Longwood
Creosote and debris removed so your fireplace draws cleanly and safely.
Chimney Inspection in Longwood
Thorough top-to-bottom inspections — ideal before a sale or after a storm.
Chimney Leak & Flashing Repair in Longwood
Stop water at its source — flashing, crown, and cap leaks common on Florida roofs.
Chimney Caps in Longwood
New and replacement caps that keep out rain, debris, and nesting animals.
Chimney Crown Repair in Longwood
Resealing and rebuilding the concrete crown that protects the top of your chimney.
Chimney Chase Repair in Longwood
Repair and rebuild the framed chase and chase cover on prefab chimneys.
Chimney Rebuild in Longwood
Full or partial rebuilds when masonry has deteriorated beyond a simple repair.
Tuckpointing & Masonry in Longwood
Failing mortar joints raked out and repointed to restore strength and looks.
Fireplace Repair & Service in Longwood
Fireboxes, dampers, and surrounds repaired and restored to working order.
Fireplace Installation in Longwood
Clean, careful installation of new fireplaces and inserts.
Gas Fireplace Service in Longwood
Service and repair for gas fireplaces and inserts, done safely.
Fireplace Restoration in Longwood
Bring a tired or damaged fireplace back to a clean, safe, working state.