What is a Chimney Cricket? How does it work?

Erik discusses the importance of installing a roof chimney cricket, especially in regions like Bergen County where rain is frequent and temperature variations can cause water to freeze at night.
He explains that the continuous water buildup behind the chimney, which often freezes and turns into ice, can damage the chimney flashing over time, irrespective of its material - aluminum or copper.
To prevent water from accumulating and sitting behind the chimney, Erik introduces the concept of a chimney cricket - a simple yet effective solution that involves installing two angled pieces of plywood behind the chimney.
This setup guides the water to flow sideways, preventing buildup and directing it towards the gutters instead. By adopting this long-term solution, homeowners can ensure the durability of their roofs, embodying the principle of "do it once, do it right," and securing peace of mind.
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[@erepsekahs]

To answer the question: Chimney Cricket is a character in Pinocchio.

[@eprofessio]

I never saw a chimney cricket in real life. What a great idea!!

[@AlloyedFrequencies]

Greetings from New Jersey

[@jackknife89actual]

I am a former chimney sweep. Out of all the calls we got to inspect water leaks in masonry chimneys I would estimate that more than 85% were due to the lack of a cricket.

[@pyadri]

Chimney saddle been used for 100's of years

[@edeledeledel5490]

It helps Pinocchio by being his conscience...

[@mattssonroofing]

😂

[@user-lp3uu9ir4h]

What a load of croc

[@TheOnlySgtRock]

Looks smart to me.

[@countrymuch2017]

Saddle?

[@JoseFlores-qn3us]

cricket or saddle, same thing

[@billdylan1600]

You just need to elvate the mid section a bit to prevent the water to "sit", why would anyone build a whole seperate little roof behind a chimney to avoid that? Your "leveling" the top of your "cricket" just lower that to the point that the water cant "sit" and your good and the customer doesnt ask "what ugly abomination did you put behind my chimney".

[@larrycrookshanks1646]

Major bs. All you need is a correctly installed saddle flashing. Most roofing contractors don't know how to do it.

[@davidchi1277]

Cricket or Chicket.

[@waltermattei5994]

No no no lol thats a saddle lol

[@larrycrookshanks1646]

Maybe the poor excuses of roofers should learn how to install a saddle correctly . Then they wouldn't need a cricket.😂