In addition to some structural improvements we used low maintenance pvc corner boards a.
How to repair siding on chimney.
So the contractors removed all the siding around the chimney replaced the rotten plywood underneath and installed new underlayment and hardie board on top.
Renovation of a chimney that has leaked through to the roof sheeting.
Replacing damaged siding and trim on a chimney with low maintenance pvc trim and cement fiber siding.
The company found water leaking from the corner board and wood siding.
However a masonry chimney may begin to show its age over time.
Replacement and resurfacing can be expensive which makes cladding a masonry chimney with siding an attractive option in some instances.