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Chimneys & Leadwork

Chimneys and leadwork are common places for water to get in. We repair and renew the details around them.

Chimneys & Leadwork on a house roof
Photography is illustrative.

What we cover

  • Chimney repairs and repointing
  • Lead flashing
  • Valleys, aprons and soakers

Signs to look out for

  • Damp on chimney breasts or around chimneys
  • Crumbling or missing mortar on the chimney
  • Lifted, split or missing lead
  • Leaks where roofs meet walls or valleys
  • Debris from the chimney in gutters or on the ground

What we do

Chimneys, valleys and abutments are where water most often finds a way in. We check the pointing and leadwork and repair or renew what has failed — from repointing a chimney stack to renewing flashings, aprons, soakers and valleys.

What affects the cost

Every roof is different, so we quote after looking at yours. The main things that shape the price are:

  • The height and condition of the chimney
  • How much leadwork needs renewed
  • Access and any scaffolding needed
  • Whether matching materials are required

Quotations are free and there is no obligation.

How it works

From enquiry to quotation

  1. 1

    Tell us about your roof

    Call, email or send the quote form with what you have noticed and where the property is.

  2. 2

    Arrange an inspection

    We arrange a time to look at the roof and talk through the options.

  3. 3

    Receive your quotation

    You get a free, no-obligation quotation and decide on the next step.

Questions

Common questions

What is leadwork?

Lead sheets that seal the joins around chimneys, walls, windows and valleys — including flashings, aprons and soakers.

Can you repoint a chimney?

Yes. Chimney repairs and repointing are part of this service.

Why is my chimney breast damp inside?

It is often failed pointing or flashing letting water in around the stack. We will check the chimney and the leadwork around it to find the cause.

What is a valley?

The channel where two roof slopes meet. Valleys carry a lot of water, so worn valley linings are a common source of leaks.

My chimney is no longer used — does it still need maintained?

Yes. An unused chimney is still exposed to the weather, and failed pointing or flashing can let water into the roof.

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