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Consider thermal imaging to locate an uknown chimney leak
Dear Glenn: I have a flat-roofed, cedar-sided contemporary home with a large brick chimney that services three fireplaces, and I have a chronic problem with minor leaks both around the chimney and at certain other locations.
I have had the chimney tuck-pointed, sealed and recapped, the flashing sealed and the siding sealed by various roofing and masonry contractors with very little success.
Can you recommend a contractor to identify and solve the problem? I am located in Lake Angelus in Oakland County.
Jim, Lake Angelus
Dear Jim: Sounds like you need to have some infrared thermography done. That will help find the leak. Then you will have a better idea of how to fix the problem.
Two companies that can help you are Infrared Services of Michigan, (810) 329-9033, www.ismichigan.com, and Thermal Imaging Consultants, (586) 783-8885. Both companies are licensed and insured.
To fix the problem, call Kearns Brothers, (888) 355-6700, www.kearnsbrothers.com. Note: This article was accurate at the date of publication. However, information contained in it may have changed. If you plan to use the information contained herein for any purpose, verification of its continued accuracy is your responsibility. |
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