Wooden Chimney (Chase) Repair in Memphis
Siding-clad chimney chases leak when the chase cover rusts. Madewell rebuilds chases from the cover down so water stops rotting the framing — with a 10-year guarantee.
What Is a Wooden Chimney Chase?
Many newer Memphis homes do not have a solid brick chimney. They have a wooden chimney chase: a framed, siding-clad box that hides a metal flue, topped by a metal chase cover. When that cover rusts or the flashing fails, water runs inside and rots framing and siding from the top down.
- Rusted or leaking chase cover replacement (custom metal)
- Rotted framing, sheathing and trim rebuilt
- New siding and paint to match your home
- Flashing where the chase meets the roof
- New stainless cap and storm collar
How We Repair Wooden Chimneys
We start with a clear look at the cover, flashing, and siding. Damaged materials come off; sound framing is kept when possible. New covers are fabricated to fit, siding is matched, and the flue gets a proper cap so rain and animals stay out.
Not sure if yours is brick or a chase?
If your "chimney" is wrapped in siding instead of brick or stone, it is a chase. Our free drone inspection shows the cover and upper framing clearly. Also see chimney services for masonry stacks.
Wooden Chimney Questions
No. A wooden chimney (chase) is a framed, siding-clad box around a metal flue. Brick chimneys are solid masonry. Repair methods differ.
Yes. We re-side and finish chases to blend with the home as closely as materials allow.
Yes. Custom-fabricated metal chase covers are a core part of chase repair when the old cover has rusted or leaked.
Ready to Protect Your Home? Let's Talk.
From a crumbling chimney to a hairline mortar crack, Madewell Masonry gives you an honest assessment and a fair price — backed by 40+ years of experience and a 10-year guarantee on our workmanship.