Chimney Chase Repair in Sammamish, WA
Chimney chase rot repair: framing, sheathing, siding, flashing and a new chase cover. 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 Sammamish and nearby Redmond and Bellevue.
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AfterChase rebuilt with new sheathing
Why chimney chase repair comes up so often in Sammamish
Wood-framed chimney chases rising above steep roofs are a familiar sight in Sammamish neighborhoods built in the 1980s and 90s. Their flat steel caps rust, pool water and leak into the chase, and in shaded areas like Pine Lake, the chase framing and siding rot from the inside out. Snow sitting on the cap adds to the problem. A pitched cover that sheds both rain and snow replaces the old cap. Underneath, we rebuild the decayed framing and plywood, re-side the chase to match, and re-flash its base where it meets the roof.
Sammamish is largely a 1980s through 2000s city, built out across the plateau above Lake Sammamish. Pine Lake, Klahanie and Beaver Lake neighborhoods are full of large two-story homes with tall walls, steep roofs and big attached decks, usually sided in cedar, hardboard or early fiber cement. Sahalee homes around the golf course tend to be larger and more custom. Along the East Lake Sammamish slope and in Inglewood you find older lake cabins next to newer view homes. Many lots are generous and heavily treed, with decks stepping down toward wooded backyards and greenbelts.
The plateau sits several hundred feet above Lake Sammamish, so Sammamish often gets colder winter nights and more snow than the lowlands nearby. That means more freeze-thaw cycles on decks, stairs and siding. Dense evergreens shade many homes for much of the day, and with long stretches of rain, wood stays damp from fall through spring. Moss grows quickly on roofs and deck boards. On the lake-facing slope, homes also catch wind coming up from the water, which drives rain into west walls.
Our crew comes out from our Woodinville office, and we also work in nearby Redmond, Bellevue, Woodinville and Kirkland.
When to call about chimney chase repair in Sammamish
- Paint peeling only on the chase
- Soft or bulging siding on the chase
- Stains or rust streaks running down the chase
- Gaps at the roof-to-chase flashing
- A rusted, flat or dented chase cover
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 Sammamish
What we do in Sammamish
Roof flashing
Step and counter flashing where the chase meets the roof.
Sheathing and wrap
New sheathing and weather barrier on all sides.
Chase framing
Rotted studs and plates replaced inside the chase.
Cricket
A small diverter behind wide chases so water does not pond.
Siding and trim
New siding and corners matched to the house.
Chase cover
Sloped, cross-broken cover that sheds water off the top.
Neighborhoods and permits in Sammamish
Pine Lake and Beaver Lake homes sit under thick tree cover, so fascia, deck boards and north walls take most of the damage. Klahanie’s 1980s and 90s homes often have hardboard siding nearing the end of its life. Around Sahalee, larger custom homes have more complex rooflines and more flashing joints to fail. On the East Lake Sammamish slope, view decks and west walls get direct wind and rain off the lake.
Minor matching repairs to boards or trim are usually handled without paperwork. Bigger decks, framing work and whole-wall siding jobs tend to need approval first. We reach out to the City of Sammamish during the estimate stage, so you know what to expect, and our team handles applications and inspection visits if a permit applies.
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 Sammamish
| 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 Sammamish 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 Sammamish: cost and timing
Most common causes
Siding without a barrier
Many chases were sided without house wrap, so any leak reaches the sheathing.
Missing step and counter flashing
Where the chase meets the roof, water runs into the framing.
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 Sammamish
Chimney chase repair in Sammamish 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 Sammamish say
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Questions Sammamish homeowners ask about chimney chase repair
Does Sammamish weather really cause more exterior damage than nearby lowland cities?
Why does my chimney chase rot in Sammamish?
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What is a chimney chase?
Can you match my siding on the chase?
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Tell us about your chimney chase repair project in Sammamish
- Licensed, bonded & insured
- Free on-site estimates
- 24-month workmanship warranty
Book a free chimney chase repair inspection in Sammamish
We inspect the damage on-site, show you photos of what we find and give you a written price before any work starts.