Local Chimney Repair & Lead Flashing Specialists in Reading
If you have cracked or crumbling mortar around your chimney, or water damage caused by leaks, you need an expert chimney repair specialist to have a look.
Whether your chimney has storm damage, frost damage or is simply in need of some careful restoration, here at HomeProServe Ltd, we have the experience and expertise to complete your chimney repairs to the highest possible standards.
Local Chimney Repair Experts Reading
Our qualified and skilled chimney repair specialists have many years of experience working with a wide range of domestic, commercial, and industrial chimneys across Reading and beyond. We can offer free expert advice to ensure you receive the best possible service. Our chimney repair services in Reading include:
- Chimney re-pointing
- Chimney re-building
- Chimney pot replacement
- Chimney pot repairs
- Lead flashing work
- Installation of pots, cowls and bird guards
Lead Flashings & Leadwork Specialists Reading
Leadwork is a common element in old and new buildings and requires experienced and knowledgeable installers to use it correctly and understand how lead needs to breathe and flex.
Leadwork has been used in the industrial, commercial and domestic building industry for decades and has been used on roofs and chimneys across Reading on a wide variety of properties, such as churches, offices, factories, public buildings and homes.
Leadwork in Reading is commonly used on:
- Chimneys
- Roofs
- Lead Roof Replacement
- Roof Flashings
- Lead Gullies
Leadwork joints must allow for thermal movement and be watertight wherever they are used. It’s important to get your leadwork installed by a professional to ensure no damage is caused to your property by letting water through the leadwork. HomeProServe Ltd has many years of experience in the roofing trade and working with leadwork, so we can ensure any leadwork is installed and maintained to the highest possible standards.
Speak to our Reading team of Chimney Repair experts today on 0118 373 5931
Chimney Stack Removal in Reading
Chimney stack removal is a precise undertaking involving the dismantling and elimination of unused or deteriorating chimney structures. Whether driven by functional obsolescence, safety concerns, or architectural considerations, this process demands careful planning and expertise.
Beginning with a thorough assessment and obtaining any necessary permits, the removal progresses through strategic deconstruction and potential reinforcement of load-bearing elements.
Once the stack is removed, the opening is sealed, and the surrounding area is tidied.
Relying on skilled professionals for chimney stack removal ensures a methodical and secure procedure that can enhance both the property's safety and visual appeal.
Why choose HomeProServe Ltd for your chimney repairs in Reading?
Most of our work comes from recommendation by existing customers, which is a testament to our level of service and workmanship.
Our clients benefit from a skilled workforce with a track record of integrity and professionalism and all our chimney repair services are of high quality and cost effective.
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You can rely on our expertise and professionalism when it comes to quality chimney repair solutions.
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FAQs - Chimney repairs in Reading
Professional roofers or roofing contractors have the necessary experience to repoint your chimney properly so it will last many more years. If you do this early enough, the repairs will be minor, and it will simply be a matter of pulling out the old mortar and putting in the new.
When a chimney develops damaged joints, allowing moisture entry, it is recommended to remove the damaged portions and replace them with proper materials. This repair is known as repointing.
Chimney flashing is normally the leadwork or roof flashing that creates a waterproof seal to protect your chimney and roof from water damage and penetration.
If you notice that the mortar on your chimney has changed colour, it is a sign that the mortar and bricks are old and need repointing. If the mortar has started to flake or chip off, this can also mean that the mortar has gone brittle and become weak.
Also known as ‘benching’, chimney flaunching is a term that refers to the strong mortar mix that holds your chimney pots in place. The flaunching on your chimney provides a tough waterproof barrier to keep the interior of your chimney and your home dry.
Over time, the bricks and mortar joints in most chimneys begin to deteriorate. Unfortunately, chimney deterioration is a natural process due to exposure to the elements, such as rain, snow, ice and winds. These elements can impact the chimney from all directions, so deterioration is often inevitable.
