Local Chimney Repairs

Chimney repointing and Chimney Repair is something very often overlooked, most people dont think about it until they are moving house or having a flue liner installed. Improper maintenance can lead damp or damage in the property. There's also a risk or bricks, mortar or chimney pots falling off during high winds and storms which can lead to thousands of pounds of damage. You would be shocked at how loose some brickwork is on some of the jobs we do especially on victorian aged properties in Bedford, Milton Keynes & Luton.

If the chimney is no longer in use and removal isnt an option. Capping the chimney can be done by sealing the top as pictured or alternatively if you have chimney pots, a chimney C-Cap can be fitted which is usually a cheaper and quicker fix. 

When capping the chimney the most important thing to consider is ventilation, if you are sealing the top air bricks need to be fitted to avoid condensation and damp forming inside the chimney breast. Chimney Capping is a great option for homes in and around Bedford, Milton Keynes & Luton.

The Chimney Flashing is arguably one of the most important parts of the chimney. If you get this wrong you dont always having water flooding in to the house however you are likely to get slow penetrating dampness causing damage for a prolonged period of time.

Its important to get professional chimney repair companies to complete the work on your chimney flashings as it takes skill and knowledge in welding and various tile profiles for the work to be done competently .

The top of the mortar placed around the chimney pots is called the flaunching. The flauncing protects the top of the chimney, keeps the pots steady and prevents water getting in to your home. Over time this weakens and begins to crack which can cause dampness as water begins to get between the cracks. If you are unsure of the condition of the mortar you can get chimney repair companies to check the condition.

Chimney removal is a good choice if you no longer use the chimney or do not have the budget for a chimney repair and have no use for it in the future. It removes the need for future maintenance and dramatically reduces the chances of any water ingress. Its very important that the chimney has air bricks fitted when it is capped, even if its below the rafters to allow warm air to escape and reduce the chance of condensation build up.

Chimney cowls can be fitted to prevent birds nesting in the chimney, they can also be fitted with lids on the top to prevent water getting in and for improved up draft of the flue. Assuming the chimney isn't too tall these can usually be fitted by chimney repair companies without the use of a scaffold however if you have a tall chimney this may need access equipment for them to be installed.