Who to Call to Replace Siding on Chimney

Damaged siding on your chimney can quickly lead to leaks, rot, or more severe water damage, like mold and mildew. As soon as you notice a problem, it’s imperative that you hire the right professional to remove and replace the siding on your chimney so you know your home will be well-protected once again.

Benefits of Hiring a Siding Contractor to Replace Your Chimney Siding

Rather than figure out how to do a complicated project that involves some risk—it’s work done on your roof, after all—hire a pro who knows what they’re doing and will complete the job correctly the first time.

Knowledge of Building Codes

Some homeowners may need their chimney siding repaired before their home is listed for sale. Over the years, building codes can change and might require different materials to be in line with fire codes. A knowledgeable siding repair professional should know any recent changes to local and state codes and can help you modify your chimney siding as needed.

Siding Rot Inspection

Your chimney siding could be rotting, and the only way to know is to have an expert inspect it. Rot could lead to mold or severe water damage, so it’s a situation that should not be handled lightly. 

Your Safety

Working on a roof can be dangerous. Unless you are experienced, we don’t recommend doing it—you risk breaking a bone or something much worse. A local siding pro will have all the equipment to get up onto your roof safely, with insurance to back them (and your home) up should something go wrong.

Comprehensive Inspection

A siding expert will be able to inspect the rest of your siding to ensure there are no other problems. Having your siding cleaned and checked regularly is critical to preserving the life of your home and preventing small problems from becoming big ones.

Can I DIY Chimney Siding Replacement?

Unless you are experienced working on roofs and understand the complex work of removing and installing siding, we recommend you call in a professional. Hiring a local siding contractor means the project will be completed in a timely manner and finished correctly the first time. In addition, they can negotiate better prices on siding materials. The cost to replace siding varies and largely depends on how much siding needs to be replaced and the materials used.

Can I Hire a General Contractor to Replace My Chimney Siding?

While some general contractors may have knowledge of siding repair, removal, and replacement, they won’t have the many years of experience working in siding to be able to diagnose deeper issues, clean your siding thoroughly if needed, and understand current building codes. If possible, it’s always best to hire a local siding contractor who has experience with chimney siding replacement.

How Do Siding Professionals Replace Chimney Siding? 

Here is an overview of what you should expect when you hire a professional siding contractor to replace your chimney siding.

1. Remove old or damaged siding nails.

2. Clean up any debris around the area.

3. Inspect the area for any water damage or rot that extends beyond the siding.

4. Measure the boards to fit the chimney and cut them to size using a circular saw.

5. Install the starter strip.

6. Install the first siding board, leaving a small gap between the siding and chimney to allow for contraction and expansion.

7. Continue with subsequent rows of siding.

8. Install the trim around the edges of the siding.

9. Caulk any gaps between the siding and the chimney to prevent water seepage.

10. Paint siding if necessary.