Chimney Services in Corsham, Wiltshire

Most homeowners we speak to in Corsham only realise there's a problem when they see a dark stain appearing on the chimney breast inside. By that point, water ingress has already made its way through the exterior defences. One of the most common culprits is crumbling mortar. Over the years, the lime or cement between your bricks weathers away, leaving gaps for moisture to seep in. This is where professional repointing comes in. We don't just slap a bit of wet mortar over the top; we rake out the old, decayed joints and replace them with fresh, durable material that matches your home's character. It’s a simple job that can save you a massive headache—and a lot of money—down the line. Is your chimney looking a bit 'sandy' around the edges? That's a classic sign it's time to call in the specialists.

The joint where your chimney meets your roof tiles is a notorious weak spot. To keep this area dry, we use lead flashing—essentially a custom-fitted metal apron that directs water away from the junction. If your leadwork is cracked or has pulled away from the brickwork, you’re basically inviting a leak into your attic. Our team are experts in traditional leadwork, including step flashing for those steeper Wiltshire rooflines and hidden soakers that provide an extra layer of protection. We take pride in the finish, ensuring it doesn't just work perfectly but looks neat and tidy too. Whether it's a minor repair to a single corner or a full lead replacement, we've got the tools and the experience to get it sorted quickly.

Have you noticed birds nesting in your flue, or perhaps a persistent downdraught that makes the living room feel chilly even when the heating is on? Often, the solution is right at the very top. We specialise in chimney pot replacement and the installation of cowls. A good cowl acts like a lid for your chimney; it lets smoke out while keeping rain, wind, and feathered friends out. We also look at the 'flaunching'—that’s the sloped mortar benching at the top of the stack that holds the pots in place. If this is cracked, water can sit on top of your chimney and slowly rot the structure from the inside out. It’s one of those small details that makes a huge difference to the longevity of your stack.

Sometimes, a simple repair isn't enough. If a chimney stack has become dangerously unstable or if you're renovating and want a redundant chimney removed to make more space, you need someone who understands the structural implications. We provide complete chimney rebuilding services for those stacks that are past the point of no return, using reclaimed bricks where possible to maintain the heritage look of Corsham properties. If you decide to remove a chimney entirely, we handle the job safely, ensuring the roof is bridged over seamlessly and remains perfectly watertight. We can even use our drone roof surveys to get a high-resolution look at the stack first, meaning we don't have to put up expensive scaffolding just to give you an accurate quote.