Chimney Services in Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire

Most homeowners we chat with only notice a problem when damp patches start appearing on the upstairs ceiling. By then, water ingress has usually been busy behind the scenes for a while. If you've noticed crumbling mortar or bits of brick on the floor around your fireplace, it's a sign the weather has won. Our team specialises in chimney repointing, where we carefully rake out that old, brittle mortar and replace it with high-quality materials suited to your specific brick or stone type. It’s a simple fix that restores the structural integrity of the stack and, more importantly, keeps the rain where it belongs—outside.

Imagine the point where your chimney meets your roof tiles; that's the most common spot for a leak to start. We use professional lead flashing to create a waterproof seal that moves naturally with your house. If your existing leadwork is cracked or pulling away, you're essentially leaving a door open for the rain. We install everything from step flashing on pitched roofs to hidden soakers that provide that extra layer of security. Our leadwork isn't just functional; it's a craft that looks great on any Bradford-On-Avon roofline, especially on heritage properties where traditional techniques are a must.

Is your chimney pot looking a bit wonky, or have you noticed birds trying to make a home in your flue? The flaunching—that sloped mortar at the very top of your chimney—often cracks over time, leaving the pots loose and dangerous. We can strip back that old benching and reset your pots so they're rock solid. While we're up there, we often recommend fitting a chimney cowl. It's a small addition that does a massive job: it stops birds nesting, prevents rain from falling straight down the flue, and can even help with annoying downdraughts on those windy Wiltshire nights.

Sometimes a bit of patchwork isn't enough, especially if a stack has become dangerously unstable or you've decided you no longer need it. If you're renovating a property in the town centre and want a redundant chimney gone, we provide a safe, controlled chimney removal service. We'll take it down below the roofline and tile over the gap so you’d never even know it was there. Alternatively, if you love the look of your stack but it's seen better days, we can perform a full chimney rebuild, matching the original style and character of your home perfectly. For chimneys that aren't being used but need to stay, we offer capping services that seal the top while allowing just enough ventilation to prevent damp from building up inside.