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Counter Flashing Installation (Mortar Reglet) in Linden, NJ
Counter flashing is what makes chimney and masonry joints permanent: a reglet cut into the mortar, metal locked in, joint sealed. Surface-mounted strips glued to brick always fail — we do the cut-in method.
Signs You Need This Service
- Flashing only glued/caulked to brick (temporary fix)
- Open mortar joints above the flashing line
- Recurring chimney leak after ‘repairs’
What’s Included
- Mortar joint ground out (reglet cut)
- Counter flashing locked into the joint
- Joint sealed and pointed
- Base flashing integrated below
Materials We Use
Copper, lead-coated copper, aluminum, and galvanized steel — matched to your roof type and budget, and never mixed in ways that corrode. Every joint is sealed, fastened to spec, and leak-tested before we leave.
Counter Flashing Installation (Mortar Reglet) — FAQ
How do I know my counter flashing installation (mortar reglet) is the problem?
The classic signs: flashing only glued/caulked to brick (temporary fix), open mortar joints above the flashing line, recurring chimney leak after ‘repairs’. On a free inspection we trace the water path and show you photos before quoting anything.
How much does flashing repair cost?
Most single-joint flashing repairs in the Linden area run a few hundred dollars; a full chimney flashing rebuild typically falls in the $400–$2,000 range depending on size, material, and whether a cricket or mortar work is needed. You always get a written quote after a free inspection — the price never changes mid-job.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes. Every flashing repair is backed by our written workmanship warranty, and we leak-test the joint before we leave.
Serving Your Area
Based in Linden at 470 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036. We provide counter flashing installation (mortar reglet) across Linden and all of Union County — see our service areas.
Leaking flashing? Get it looked at free.
Free inspection, written quote, no pressure. Most flashing repairs finished the same day.