Is caulk enough to stop a chimney leak?

Sealant may be part of a detail, but it is not a substitute for correctly layered step and counterflashing or sound masonry.

Should an old skylight be reused during reroofing?

Age, seal condition, glazing, flashing-kit availability, warranty, and removal risk should be weighed against replacement while the roof is open.

What is a chimney cricket?

A cricket is a raised, sloped structure behind a wide chimney that divides water and directs it around the obstruction.

Can a skylight leak come from condensation?

Yes. Interior humidity, insulation, air sealing, and temperature can create condensation that resembles rain entry, so diagnosis should consider both.

Skylight & Chimney Flashing

Skylights and chimneys interrupt the roof’s drainage plane and require layered, material-compatible details. MADE diagnoses the full transition before replacing sealant or covering symptoms.

Layered water control
Underlayment, pan, step, counter, head, and apron details are sequenced to redirect water onto the roof surface.
Compatibility checked
Roofing, masonry, metal, sealants, and skylight components are selected to work together and accommodate movement.
Replacement coordinated
Aging skylights or failed flashing assemblies can be integrated into a reroof for cleaner, more durable results.

What this covers

Skylight flashing repair
Skylight replacement coordination
Chimney step and counterflashing
Cricket and back-pan evaluation
Wall and masonry transition repair

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How it works

A controlled path from assessment to closeout

01
Isolate
Inspect interior evidence, roof geometry, masonry, skylight condition, flashings, and uphill drainage.
02
Design detail
Define removal limits and the required underlayment, pan, step, counterflashing, cricket, or unit replacement.
03
Rebuild
Open the transition, correct approved substrate conditions, install layered details, and document completion.

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