[voyoager]

Originally Posted by Bantik

I'm assuming that you don't have an attic or crawlspace above the living room ceiling. Is the chimney on an outside wall or does it run through the middle of the house?

You are right! I do not have an attic or crawl space and the chimney is on an outside wall.

If your chimney is in good shape, it shouldn't be possible for water to come down and get into the walls. As the house is only 8 years old, the chimney is probably not the problem.

Well, although I agree with you but why would I have water in my chimney steel pipe? Coult it be that the metal covering on the top of the chimeny is somehow damaged and leaking?

If you can get a good view from the ground (maybe with binoculars?) check the area where the roof meets the chimney. Look for loose flashing or shingles that appear curled, broken or askew.

I will see what I can do!

Thanks much,

Voyoager