Chimney Chase Repair in Everett, WA
We rebuild the box around your chimney and stop the leak at the top. It is a tall box exposed to weather on every side, and a rusted cover or missing roof flashing can let water run inside it for years. We strip the chase, rebuild the framing and sheathing, and finish it with new siding, flashing and a sloped cover that sheds water. We serve homeowners across Everett and nearby Marysville and Mukilteo.
Before
AfterChase rebuilt with new sheathing
Why chimney chase repair comes up so often in Everett
Wood-framed chimney chases show up on Everett homes built from the 1970s onward, especially around Silver Lake, Mariner and the south end, where prefabricated fireplaces were the norm. A chase is simply a framed box sided like the rest of the house and capped with sheet metal. Once that cap rusts or sags into a dish, it pours water into the framing. We find rotted chase studs, swollen siding and stained ceilings beside the fireplace. The fix is to strip damaged siding, rebuild the framing, add wrap and flashing, and install a sloped stainless or galvanized cover with a real drip edge.
Everett has some of the oldest housing in Snohomish County. North Everett, Riverside and Bayside are full of early-1900s Craftsman bungalows, foursquares and Victorian-era houses, many still clad in old-growth cedar lap or shingle with nothing but sheathing boards behind it. Rucker Hill and the blocks near Grand Avenue add larger period homes with deep porches and bay windows. Heading south, View Ridge and the streets off Evergreen Way shift to 1950s and 60s ramblers. Silver Lake and the Mariner area filled in from the 1970s through the 90s with split-levels, two-story tracts, condos and townhomes, often sided in hardboard or T1-11 panels and fitted with pressure-treated decks.
Port Gardner Bay and the Snohomish River delta shape most of the wear on Everett exteriors. On the bluff above the waterfront, southwest storms push rain and salt air straight into siding, window trim and porch fronts. Inland, the city often sits under the Puget Sound convergence zone, where bands of heavy showers stall over south Snohomish County while towns to the north stay drier. Low ground near the river and in Lowell holds fog and damp air for days. Soaking rain, slow drying and salt on the weather side break down paint, caulk and finally the wood itself.
Our crew comes out from our Woodinville office, and we also work in nearby Marysville, Mukilteo, Mill Creek and Lake Stevens.
When to call about chimney chase repair in Everett
- Paint peeling only on the chase
- Soft or bulging siding on the chase
- A rusted, flat or dented chase cover
- Gaps at the roof-to-chase flashing
- Stains or rust streaks running down the chase
Our chimney chase repair process, step by step
Inspect top and sides
We check the cover, flashing, siding and probe the framing.
Strip the chase
Siding and sheathing come off so all rot is visible.
Rebuild framing
Rotted studs, plates and blocking are replaced.
Sheath, wrap and flash
New sheathing, wrap, roof flashing and chase cover.
Side and finish
New siding and trim, caulked and ready for paint.
Recent chimney chase repair projects near Everett
What we do in Everett
Roof flashing
Step and counter flashing where the chase meets the roof.
Chase cover
Sloped, cross-broken cover that sheds water off the top.
Siding and trim
New siding and corners matched to the house.
Cricket
A small diverter behind wide chases so water does not pond.
Chase framing
Rotted studs and plates replaced inside the chase.
Sheathing and wrap
New sheathing and weather barrier on all sides.
Neighborhoods and permits in Everett
In North Everett and Riverside, century-old porches, box gutters and original window sills are where decay usually starts, and many houses have been patched more than once. Bayside and the Rucker Hill slope catch wind off the bay, so their west and south walls fail first. Lowell, down along the river, deals with damp ground and morning fog that keep lower siding wet. Silver Lake and Mariner homes are younger, yet builder-grade hardboard, unflashed deck ledgers and missing kick-outs are wearing out right on schedule.
Swapping a handful of rotted siding boards or a short piece of trim with matching material often needs no permit. Structural repairs, new decks and bigger siding replacements generally do, and some north-end blocks sit inside historic districts that can add design review. Before work begins we ask the City of Everett what applies, so nothing stalls once the walls are open.
Chimney chase cover options
| Cover | Shape | Lifespan | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galvanized flat cover | Flat | Often rusts within 10 years | The most common cause of chase leaks |
| Galvanized sloped cover | Cross-broken | Around 15 years | Sheds water, still needs paint over time |
| Stainless steel sloped cover | Cross-broken | 25 years or more | Will not rust, our usual choice |
| Powder-coated cover | Cross-broken | 20 years or more | Color-matched to roof or trim |
What chimney chase repair typically costs in Everett
| Project | Typical scope | Price range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| New chase cover | Remove old cover, install a sloped stainless cover | $800 – $2,500 | 1 day |
| Flashing and siding repair | Roof flashing plus a section of chase siding | $2,500 – $6,000 | 2–3 days |
| Partial chase rebuild | One or two sides opened and reframed | $5,000 – $10,000 | 3–5 days |
| Full chase rebuild | All sides reframed, sheathed, flashed and sided | $10,000 – $22,000 | 1–2 weeks |
These are typical 2026 ranges we see for chimney chase repair in Everett and nearby cities. Your price depends on what we find once the area is open, access and height, and the materials you choose. Every estimate is free, in writing and based on an on-site inspection with photos.
Chimney chase repair in Everett: cost and timing
Most common causes
Missing step and counter flashing
Where the chase meets the roof, water runs into the framing.
Flat or rusted chase cover
Water pools on top and leaks into the chase through rust holes and seams.
No cricket behind wide chases
Water and debris pile up behind the chase on the uphill side of the roof.
What drives the price in Everett
Chimney chase repair in Everett depends on the height of the chase, roof pitch and access, how much framing is rotted and whether a new cover and cricket are needed. You get a written price after the free inspection.
Typical timeline
Most chase rebuilds take a few days to a week, depending on height, weather and paint.
Backed by a 24-month workmanship warranty
Written scope
You know exactly what is included before work starts, with photos of what we found.
Our own crew
The people who quote your job are the people who do it, start to finish.
Clean site daily
Debris is hauled away and your yard is left the way we found it.
24 months covered
If our workmanship fails within two years, we come back and make it right.
What homeowners near Everett say
“I hired Eco Home Repair to fix my front steps and landing, which had become badly rotted and unsafe. Alex was fantastic to work with from start to finish with great communication, clear expectations, and always responsive. The project included decking…”
“As a Condominium owner finding contractors that can work with multiple concerns at once is a challenge. The team at Eco Home Repair has been our go-to for several projects including deck and front porch repairs, siding replacement, chimney chassis repairs…”
“Alex and his team did a great job fixing our siding and bottom door frame which had some rotting. They were professional, competitive in pricing and responsive. Highly recommend Eco Home Repair!”
5.0 average from 106 reviews on Google, Thumbtack, Angi, HomeAdvisor and Yelp. Read our reviews on Google.
Questions Everett homeowners ask about chimney chase repair
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Tell us about your chimney chase repair project in Everett
- Licensed, bonded & insured
- Free on-site estimates
- 24-month workmanship warranty
Book a free chimney chase repair inspection in Everett
We inspect the damage on-site, show you photos of what we find and give you a written price before any work starts.