Find where the water is entering
A damp patch near a chimney can come from the stack itself or the junction with the roof. Weathered mortar, cracked masonry and damaged flashing require different repairs. Explain where you see the staining and whether the chimney remains in use when arranging an assessment.
Visible loose pots, movement or fallen material should be discussed by phone. Keep people away from any affected area below. Roof access and close inspection need to be planned for the condition of the stack and the surrounding roof, with appropriate access equipment.
Pointing, pots and the top of the stack
We repair weathered pointing and assess cracked or damaged chimney masonry. Repointing addresses the mortar between bricks or stone where it has weathered. For period properties, we discuss matching brickwork and suitable mortar, including traditional lime mortar where needed.
Loose pots may need re-seating or replacement. Cowls and the condition of the flaunching around the pots are also part of the inspection. The proposed work should explain what is being retained, repaired or removed. A chimney that looks untidy from the ground does not necessarily need a full rebuild.
Lead flashing, soakers and valleys
Leadwork sheds water where a roof meets masonry or another roof surface. Flashing, soakers and valleys need to suit the covering and the junction. We repair or replace damaged sections and carry out lead welding where the work requires it.
A surface seal alone may leave the underlying cause untouched. The inspection looks at the lead, its fixing and the surrounding roof materials before the scope is agreed. Our gallery includes a lead flashing and pointing repair at a rear-extension roof, showing the wall-to-tile detail.
Rebuilding or removing a chimney
Where a stack has structural damage, a partial or full rebuild may be considered. We assess the masonry and explain the proposed scope, including safe access. The decision should reflect the condition found and the role the chimney has in the property.
If the chimney is redundant, removal or capping can be discussed. Making good the roof and considering the remaining structure are part of that conversation. Tell Adam whether the stack is shared and whether a fireplace or appliance still uses it. Structural and permission requirements need to be settled for the particular work before it begins.
Arrange an assessment with useful information
Let us know the property type, postcode and which side of the roof the chimney sits on. Mention a rear extension, conservatory, shared access or any other feature below the stack. Those details help us plan the inspection and explain the access required in the quote.
The assessment and quotation are free and carry no obligation. We explain the repair options and any scaffolding included. You can read the roof repairs guide if the chimney issue is part of a wider leak, or ask for an inspection where several parts of the roof need checking. Photographs should be taken only from a safe position. If damage appears urgent, call Adam to discuss the situation and current availability rather than waiting for an online enquiry.