Chimney Pointing, Flashings and Repairs in Carlton

Evans Roofing Services covers Carlton from Beckingham, repairing chimneys and the leadwork around them. Some stacks need only repointing, others need more extensive work. The cause of any damp is traced before a repair is chosen.

Common problems with stacks

Water gets in through eroded pointing, cracked bricks or a failing crown, and runs down inside the flue or the chimney breast. Damp patches, flaking paint or stained wallpaper near the chimney are typical signs. Frost makes things worse in winter, because water in cracks expands and widens them each cold spell.

At roof level, flashings and soakers do the work of keeping rain from running behind the stack. Replacing worn lead properly is more durable than sealant. A leaning stack or a stack shedding brick should be seen promptly rather than left.

• Repointing of stack brickwork
• Repairs to cracked or spalled bricks
• Partial and complete stack rebuilds
• Crown and flaunching repairs
• Lead flashing and soaker replacement
• Pots and cowls suited to the flue or appliance

Planning chimney work

Scaffolding is often needed to work safely, and doing chimney repairs along with other roof work can share the cost of access. Pots, cowls and caps should suit any fire or stove still in use.

Take a photo of the stack from the garden or street, and send it by WhatsApp or call to talk through what you can see. Mention anything you can see from inside, such as stains on the chimney breast.