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Chimney Repairs

Chimneys bear the brunt of severe weather and wind exposure. St Roofing provides comprehensive chimney repointing, lead flashing replacement, and structural stack repairs.

When You Need Chimney Repairs

Cracked or crumbling mortar joints between the brickwork on your chimney stack. Dampness around the chimney breast inside your upstairs rooms or loft. Loose or missing lead flashings where the chimney meets the roof tiles. A leaning or listing chimney stack that poses a safety hazard.

How We Do It

Inspect the stack stability, brickwork, pots, and lead flashing from scaffolding. Rake out damaged mortar and repoint the brickwork with durable mortar mix. Replace damaged lead flashings and step flashings around the base. Secure or replace damaged chimney pots and cowls as needed.

What to Expect

Chimney repointing and minor repairs are typically completed within 1 to 2 days.

Chimney Repairs FAQs

No, chimney repairs are performed externally from the roof and stack level.
Leaks are usually caused by deteriorated lead flashing, porous brickwork, or damaged mortar caps.
Yes, a severely leaning chimney is dangerous and requires immediate rebuilding or stabilization.
If you no longer use your fireplace, we can safely take the stack down below roof level to eliminate future maintenance.