Chimney Services in Wood-Ridge, NJ

The chimney is one of the most vulnerable points on any Wood-Ridge roof. Where the chimney meets the roof, improper flashing is the number one cause of roof leaks — and we see it constantly throughout Bergen County.

Chimney Roofing Services in Wood-Ridge

We handle all chimney-related roofing work for Wood-Ridge homes:

• Chimney flashing repair/replacement — step flashing, counter flashing, and base flashing
• Cricket/saddle installation — diverting water around wide chimneys
• Chimney cap installation — preventing water, animals, and debris entry
• Crown repair — sealing the concrete cap that protects the chimney top
• Waterproofing — applying breathable sealant to prevent moisture penetration
• Chimney rebuild — rebuilding deteriorated chimney tops above the roofline

Why Chimney Flashing Fails

Chimney flashing in Wood-Ridge homes fails for several predictable reasons:

1. Improper original installation — the most common cause, often using roofing cement instead of proper step flashing
2. Thermal movement — the chimney and roof expand/contract at different rates, breaking seals
3. Mortar deterioration — counter flashing embedded in failing mortar joints loosens
4. Ice damage — freeze-thaw cycles in {county} winters work flashing loose over time
5. Missing cricket — chimneys wider than 30 inches need a cricket to divert water

Proper Chimney Flashing Installation

We install chimney flashing the right way — using individual step flashing pieces woven with each shingle course, counter flashing cut into mortar joints (not surface-mounted), and a proper cricket on wider chimneys. This multi-layer approach creates a watertight seal that moves with the structure instead of fighting it.