Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Corpus Christi

On the flat Gulf coastal plain around Corpus Christi Bay, wind driven rain pushes water sideways and upward against every penetration on your roof. That makes Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Corpus Christi the first line of defense for bayfront Spanish Colonial homes near Del Mar, 1950s brick ranches in Alta Vista, stucco two stories in Calallen, and stilt beach houses out on Padre Island. We bend, fit, and seal custom metal flashing around chimneys, skylights, valleys, dormers, and stucco transitions. If you are tracing a stain on the ceiling, start with our metal roof leak repair page and we will pinpoint the entry point before we quote the fix.

Why Flashing Repair Matters on Corpus Christi Roofs

Corpus Christi gets intense year round UV, salt laden air, and summer thunderstorms that drive rain almost horizontally. Add hurricane and tropical storm wind and the penetrations take a beating. Factory flashing and old tar patches crack, lift, and pull loose, and that is where most leaks start. Chimneys on older bayfront homes and skylights in Southside ranches are the usual suspects.

• Wind driven rain finds gaps at chimney counter flashing and behind stucco walls.
• Salt air corrodes thin galvanized flashing and rusts fasteners around skylight curbs.
• UV degrades sealant on valley metal and dormer edges until it shrinks and splits.
• Hurricane wind lifts loose step flashing and opens the laps at roof to wall transitions.

We replace the failed metal and sealant instead of smearing more caulk over a problem that will return with the next storm.

Key info: A two story stucco home in Annaville had a ceiling stain that appeared only during northeast storms. The culprit was the chimney counter flashing, not the shingles. New bent metal and a proper kick out stopped it.

Local jurisdictions require permits for many roof related repairs, and rules vary. Confirm requirements with the City of Corpus Christi Development Services before work begins: cctexas.com/development-services.

How We Repair Flashing, Chimneys, and Skylights in Corpus Christi

We start with a full inspection of every penetration and transition, not just the spot where water shows up inside. On metal roofs we check the panel laps and fasteners too, because a leak at a skylight is sometimes a backed out screw uphill. Then we fabricate the flashing in house to fit your actual roof pitch and wall condition.

1. We inspect the roof, attic side, and interior ceiling to trace the water path.
2. We remove failed flashing, old sealant, and corroded fasteners without damaging panels.
3. We bend new metal flashing to match the penetration and roof profile.
4. We install step flashing, counter flashing, and kick out flashing with proper laps.
5. We seal with UV rated sealant and re fasten skylight curbs and chimney caps.
6. We water test the repair and document it with photos for your records.

Every repair is matched to the roof material, whether standing seam, exposed fastener panels, or metal shingles, so the finished work looks intentional and sheds water the way it should.

Key info: On a Padre Island stilt house, the skylight curb had been sealed with silicone over old butyl tape. We stripped it to bare metal, installed a new curb flashing, and the leak stopped before the next tropical system. See our 78373 service page for island work.

Flashing Repair Methods We Use

Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair Cost in Corpus Christi: What to Expect

Most flashing repairs start at $600 and go up from there. The price depends on how many penetrations are involved, how high the roof is, and whether we can reach the area safely without scaffolding. A single skylight re seal on a one story ranch is very different from rebuilding a chimney chase on a two story bayfront home.

Access drives a lot of the cost. Steep pitches, tile roofs, and tight lots near Ocean Drive or Lamar Park take longer and need more safety setup. So does any repair that requires removing and reinstalling panels to get to the flashing underneath. We give you a written scope so you know what is included before we start.

Get two or three estimates and compare scope, not just the bottom line. A low quote that skips the counter flashing or reuses old sealant will cost more in the long run. Our full pricing overview shows how we build a number.

What to Look For in a Metal Roofing Contractor Near Corpus Christi

Ask for the license and insurance certificate before anyone gets on your roof. Confirm the contractor carries general liability and workers compensation, because a fall on a two story stucco home in Calallen is a serious matter. Check local references, especially on homes with the same roof type and pitch as yours.

Ask who pulls the permit and whether the work triggers historic district or HOA design review. Some Corpus Christi neighborhoods restrict visible flashing color and roof profile. Get the scope in writing, including what happens if hidden damage turns up once the old flashing is off.

Reach us through our contact page to schedule an inspection.

Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair Near Me: What Corpus Christi Homeowners Should Know

Water does not always show up where it enters. A stain near a hallway light in a Southside ranch can come from a chimney two rooms away. That is why we inspect the attic side and the roof surface together. If your roof has exposed fasteners, backed out screws uphill can mimic a flashing leak, and our screw replacement service handles that.

Coastal salt air shortens the life of thin flashing and standard sealants. We use materials rated for the Gulf environment so the repair holds through hurricane season and the UV heavy summers that follow. If you are in Rockport, Fulton, or Aransas Pass, we cover those areas too through our service areas page.

Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Corpus Christi: Pricing Guide

Indicative pricing, the exact cost depends on square footage, finish, and site access. Free personalized estimate within 24h at (361) 600-9211.