Should a chimney for a fireplace let in any water?
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Thea Green
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When we moved in this house, the fireplace chimney leaked. It was repaired but we are still getting some water coming from the seams of the metal tubing. We used that special tape to seal it better. It is a lot better with only a bit of water dripping out. My question is, should any water be coming in?
Thanks for any help.
Thanks for any help.
6 answers
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No water should be coming in - there is still a leak. If you can't figure it out, might be time to call in a pro.
Cindy Hagemann
on Nov 17, 2016
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I agree! The source of the water needs to be found and repaired/solved. Do not use the fireplace until the water problem is solved. It's possible the chimney is oversized for the fireplace and as flue gases rise they cool in the chimney causing condensation that is dropping back down. Call in a pro!
William
on Nov 17, 2016
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How about a chimney cap
Rymea
on Nov 18, 2016
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Without seeing a picture of how the chimney is installed, it's hard to say. However water should not be coming into fire box. Also you didn't say whether water was appearing only when it rained or when using fireplace.
Jhunt10
on Nov 18, 2016
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If your fireplace does not have a cover during rain some water may enter. Do you close your flute/air vent when not in use, I am assuming this happens during rain, a few sprinkles ,not a downpour will sometimes enter.
Jart37
on Nov 19, 2016
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I'm flying blind here, but sounds like you have prevented the majority of the water from coming in. With that being said, check the flashing around the chimney, ( make sure that roof mastic is applied to any voids, cracks and crevices. Seal with roofing waterproof mastic all seams on metal tube. I don't know what configuration the "chimney " is but is it possible to install a cap? A few of failproof products I use are FUZE*IT ( liquid nail), Vulkem 350 NF Waterproof deck coating, & GACO Elastomeric Coating. Good luck.
Jhunt10
on Nov 19, 2016
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