Chimney Rebuilds and Aluminum Spouting at Groover Roofing & Siding

Groover Roofing & Siding chimney rebuilds include set up – (scaffolding or toe boards, depending on job content) - tear down and disposal of damaged chimney areas and reconstruction of existing chimney.

The following classifications are the most common of required chimney rebuilds:

Partial chimney rebuilds: small chimneys (no scaffolding in most cases) or only the top few courses of a large chimney, plus a new crown. Replace damaged brick and tuck point where needed.

Roof line up chimney rebuilds: Substantial mortar and/or brick deterioration has eliminated the possibility of a tuck pointing restoration. The structure is torn down to the flashing area near the roof line, and then the chimney rebuild commences with a new crown and install new fire clay flu liner.

A Chimney Crown is of the Greatest Protection A chimney crown is of the greatest protection for the masonry construction beneath it by helping to prevent the need for fireplace chimney repairs and chimney rebuilding. The crown is the top element of a masonry chimney rebuild (cement slab). It protects the top of the chimney starting at the fire clay flue liner and hangs over the chimneys edge (drip edge).

Most masonry chimneys that have “crowns” which are constructed from common mortar mix, the same mixture used to lay the bricks of the chimney. This mortar is not designed for, and will not withstand years of weather abuse without cracking, chipping or deteriorating. Weather situations allow water to penetrate the chimney and cause roof leakage which can damage the roof decking and roof structure requiring chimney rebuilds.

Your entire home is protected by the roof and eaves, all except your chimney. The chimney sticks up above the roof and is constantly exposed to the elements; rain, snow, wind, freeze and the thaw cycles of winter. Masonry materials deteriorate when they absorb moisture and are exposed to the freeze and thaw cycles of cold winter weather, causing undue stress and loss of structural integrity.

Chimney leaks and water penetration cause interior and exterior damage to your home and masonry chimney. Water inside your chimney causes rust in steel and cast iron, weakening or destroying the metal parts, and compromising fire worthiness - all creating fireplace chimney repair or chimney rebuild needs.

Aluminum is the most popular metal used for spoutings. It is a low cost, easily maintained solution for todays homes. It will not rust and has a life expectancy of many, many years. Available in a variety of colors, Aluminum is the product of choice for most residential homes.

Aluminum Spouting SEAMLESS SPOUTING not only look great, but when spouting are installed professionally, they channel water away preventing potential damage to your home.

Advantages of having .032 (strongest gauge) aluminum seamless spouting are:

Roof water stays away from foundation
No seams - No leaks
Won't crack from constant exposure to heat and cold
Reduces humidity in basement
Protects siding; thus eliminating water streaks
Flower garden and shrub protection
Protects your patio, steps, and walkway
Increases property value
Worry free solution

Some of the advantages of working with Groover Roofing & Siding professional EXPERIENCED installers are:

Groover Roofing & Siding Spouting Installation

Custom Spouting Shapes

We use only .032 gauge aluminum with baked-on enamel finish in many colors
Flashing that is installed properly will help direct water into the spouting
Aluminum spouting guard – LEAF RELIEF by Alcoa - prevents spouting clogging. See our “LINKS” page

Complex, multiple roof lines are not a problem for Groover Roofing & Siding professionals

Chimney Rebuilds

Aluminum spoutings

HEAVY .032 GAUGE SEAMLESS spouting IS ALL WE USE, IN EITHER 5 INCH OR 6 INCH WIDTHS