SplitLog Libertarian wrote:
Got a log house here, with a stone masonry fireplace and chimney.
Chimney leaks because it's never been sealed to the roofing with
anything other than tar (asphalt) Never been flashed.

Watched some step-flashing videos on YouTube, but those were all brick
chimneys with even surfaces. Some used lead flashing, others copper.
The chimney comes out at the peak, so the roof slopes away either
side, which further complicates the matter.

Any ideas or experience with such a case will be gratefully received.
--
J.

If the mason did not build in step flashing as he laid it, at this point
only practical solution is to pay to get somebody up there with a
diamond saw to cut a groove to add flashing. There are companies that do
that, at a not-too-outrageous price. I'd have them go ahead and flash it
while they are at it. The right tools and scaffolding and experience
make a big difference, and for one-time job, there are some skills not
worth bothering to learn. IMHO, of course.

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aem sends...