Chimney Repairs specialists
Chimney Repairs in Uxbridge
Chimneys take more weather than any other part of the roof. Across Uxbridge, many homes still have their original stacks, and after decades of rain, frost and wind the mortar, flaunching and leadwork start to fail. Grange Roofing repairs, repoints and rebuilds chimneys throughout Uxbridge and the surrounding Middlesex area.
Damp patches on chimney breasts, stained ceilings next to the stack or loose bricks are all signs your chimney needs attention. We'll assess it properly and explain the right repair.
Chimney work we carry out
- ✓Full chimney repointing with matched mortar
- ✓New lead flashings, soakers and back gutters
- ✓Re-flaunching and replacing chimney pots
- ✓Fitting cowls and caps to stop rain and birds
- ✓Partial or full chimney rebuilds
- ✓Removing redundant chimney stacks safely
Why chimneys let water in
In Uxbridge's 1930s semi-detached homes, bungalows, terraced streets and plenty of flat-roofed garages, dormers and extensions, chimney leaks are one of the most common problems we're called out to. Failed lead flashing where the stack meets the roof, cracked flaunching around the pots and porous brickwork all let water travel down into the loft and the rooms below.
Leadwork done properly
We install code-correct lead flashings, stepped flashings and back gutters, dressed carefully and fixed securely. Good leadwork lasts decades, whereas mastic and silicone 'quick fixes' typically fail within a couple of winters.
Chimney removal
If you no longer use your chimney, removing the stack below roof level can eliminate an ongoing maintenance issue. We'll check structural considerations and make good the roof with matching tiles or slates.
