Chimney leaking water — Delft, Zuid-Holland
Water entering around a chimney is one of the most common — and most damaging — roof leak sources. The leak usually originates from deteriorated flashing (the metal strips where the chimney meets the roof), a cracked chimney crown, damaged mortar joints, or a missing chimney cap. Because chimney leaks send water down hidden paths inside walls, the damage can progress for months before stains appear. A roofer handles flashing and roof-side repairs, while a mason addresses the chimney structure itself. Repair costs range from $200–$500 for reflashing to $1,000–$3,000 for crown and mortar rebuilds.
Waarom dit veel voorkomt in Delft
Daken in Delft variëren van steile pannendaken op oudere panden tot platte membraandaken; beide krijgen het zwaar te verduren tijdens najaars- en winterstormen van de Noordzee, wat lek- en stormschade oplevert.
Who to call
For this problem in Delft, call a: Dakdekker
Vind een Dakdekker in DelftSymptoms to look for
- Water stains or damp patches on the ceiling or walls near the chimney
- Dripping sounds inside the chimney during or after rain
- White mineral deposits (efflorescence) on chimney bricks
- Musty smell in the room with the fireplace after rain
Spoeddienst in Delft
Spoeddiensten in Delft reageren binnen 25–55 minuten. Spoedtarieven rond €70–€170 voorrijden plus €65–€130/uur incl. btw.