Chimney Repairs in Wetherby

It depends on what’s wrong, the size of the stack and how we get to it safely. We inspect the chimney first and then give you a fixed written price, and the quote is free.

Usually water is getting into the stack from the outside – through worn pointing, cracked flaunching, failed lead or an uncapped flue. We inspect it to find out which before recommending anything.

Yes. Plenty of homes in and around Wetherby have stone stacks, and we repair them with breathable lime mortar and matching stone where appropriate.

Not always. Smaller repairs on lower stacks can sometimes be done from the roof, while taller chimneys and larger jobs need scaffolding. Either way, access is included in your quote.

Yes. We repair like for like, keep the original character of the stack and will let you know if anything should be checked with Leeds City Council first.

Generally, yes. A vented cap stops rain and birds getting in while letting the flue breathe, which helps keep the chimney breast dry.

Yes – we’re fully insured and our workmanship is guaranteed. We’ll explain what’s covered when we quote.

Please do. A photo from the street or an upstairs window sent on WhatsApp with your postcode often lets us give you an early idea of what’s needed.

No. Chimney damp normally comes from rain getting into the stack above, so treating the wall at low level won’t fix it. The repair needs to be done on the chimney.

Wind-driven rain reaches weak spots like worn pointing, loose lead or cracked flaunching. If damp follows bad weather, the stack needs checking.

Mortar that has worn back from the face, gaps you can see from the ground, bits of mortar on the roof or damp inside around the chimney breast.

For stone and older brick, lime is usually best as it lets the masonry breathe. We’ll recommend the right mix for your stack.

Not always. Sound lead that has just come out of its joint can be re-fixed. If it is split, thin or badly fitted, replacement is the lasting fix.

We normally use traditional lead for chimney flashings, and we’ll explain if an alternative would suit your home better.

It’s the sloping mortar on the top of the stack that holds the pots and helps rain run off.

Yes – we source matching or very similar pots wherever possible so the stack keeps its look.

A fully sealed flue can. That’s why we fit ventilated caps, and we’ll advise on venting the fireplace below too.

A bird guard or cowl on the pot keeps them out while leaving the flue open.

Hard cement repairs are a common cause – they trap water behind the stone face. Repointing in lime lets the stone dry out as it should.

Yes. We keep repairs like for like and will tell you if anything should be checked with Leeds City Council first.

Keep people away from the area below and get in touch. We’ll inspect it and make it safe as quickly as we can.

It often is, so check your policy. We can supply photos and a written quote to support your claim.

If you’ve noticed damp near the chimney, mortar in the gutters or you’re buying an older home, an inspection can spot problems before they become expensive.

Yes – we photograph anything that needs attention so you can see it yourself before deciding what to do.