Wrapped Chimney Siding

Gaps between the house siding and chimney may need new flashing exterior grade sealant similar to caulk or both.

Wrapped chimney siding.

Besides being a cheap way out are there any other concerns with this. Chimneys are commonly lined with brick or stone but real masonry can be costly heavy and time consuming. The sellers contractor wants to put vinyl siding over it instead of replacing the brick. On the other hand brick stucco and other masonry based sidings can be used with house wrap but your builder will need to use the right type.

This repair is generally done by a masonry contractor but do it yourselfers can also make these repairs. Wrap the screening around the furring so that it extends to each edge of the chimney and prevents insects from entering the space between the siding and the masonry surface. Siding that s assembled from large panels such as vinyl or aluminum cladding also makes a good candidate too since water can enter through cracks where the pieces are joined. Replacing damaged siding and trim on a chimney with low maintenance pvc trim and cement fiber siding.

Attach insect screening near the bottom of the furring columns by screwing galvanized screws into the furring. A micro porous house wrap installed behind masonry can drive moisture into your home s wall cavities. Either way it s a low maintenance option that will look terrific for years and years. Luckily a beautiful diy chimney design is easily within your reach with faux brick and stone an alternative solution that is long lasting lightweight easy to install and withstands the elements.

I reported a brick chimney that had a good amount of spalling. Brick or stone veneer provides a traditional siding material for exterior chimneys with no danger of flammability. Tuckpointing or repointing is done to restore the mortar that holds the masonry units of the chimney together. An inexpensive way to prevent a chimney from getting worse and causing leaks this is a easy and relatively inexpensive to rebuilding a chimney.

The buyer just sent me a text to see if i thought this was ok.