Why is my chimney leaking?
The most common cause is failed lead flashing at the base of the stack, followed by cracked flaunching around the pots and porous, unpointed brickwork. We find which it is rather than guessing.
Should I repair or remove an unused chimney?
If the stack is sound, repointing and re-flashing keeps it watertight and preserves the look. If it is unstable or you want to simplify the roof, we can remove it and cap the roof neatly. We will advise on cost and impact.
What is flaunching?
Flaunching is the sloped mortar bed that holds the chimney pots in place and sheds water off the top of the stack. When it cracks, water gets in, so renewing it is a common part of chimney maintenance.
When does a chimney need rebuilding rather than repointing?
When the masonry has become badly loose and the stack is no longer safe, rebuilding the top is the right call. Otherwise, careful repointing restores the chimney without the cost of a rebuild — and we will tell you honestly which yours needs.
How do I know work at the top of a chimney was done properly?
This is exactly why we drone-photograph finished work — chimney repairs happen where you cannot see them. You get close-up images of the finished stack, flaunching and flashing at handover.
Is chimney work a speciality of yours?
Yes — chimney flashing and ridge work are the jobs we are called to most across the East Riding, and where our leadwork experience shows.
