The inspection found several issues causing water to leak around the chimney and into the home. Aging spike-and-ferrule gutter fasteners were pulling away from the fascia, while gutters filled with frozen water were no longer draining properly.
The chimney flashing was incorrectly installed, leaving exposed wood vulnerable to water intrusion. Additionally, the chimney cricket was too small and lacked the proper slope, and there was no effective metal diverter to direct water away from the chimney.
The solution includes repairing the gutter system, installing proper flashing, rebuilding the chimney cricket, and adding water diverters. These improvements will prevent leaks and protect the home.
