Chimney Services in Cricklade, Wiltshire

Notice any bits of grit or mortar sitting in your gutters lately? That’s a classic sign that your chimney’s mortar is starting to perish. When the mortar crumbles, it leaves gaps for 'water ingress'—which is just a fancy way of saying the rain is getting where it shouldn't. This can lead to damp patches on your upstairs ceilings or, worse, a stack that becomes structurally wobbly. We specialise in raking out that old, tired mortar and repointing it with fresh, durable material. We also take a close look at the 'flaunching'—that’s the sloped mortar at the very top that holds your pots in place. If it’s cracked, we’ll smooth it over to make sure the rain runs off exactly like it's supposed to.

The spot where your chimney meets your roof tiles is a notorious weak point for leaks. That’s why quality leadwork is so important. We install professional lead flashing and step flashing that acts as a permanent, flexible seal against the weather. If your current lead is looking thin, cracked, or has pulled away from the brickwork, you’re likely to see dampness appearing in your loft space. Our team are experts at fitting soakers and flashing that look great and, more importantly, stay watertight for decades. It's one of those jobs where doing it right the first time saves you a massive headache (and a lot of money) down the line.

Is there a persistent draft coming down your fireplace, or have you noticed birds trying to set up home in your flue? A simple chimney cowl can solve both problems in one go. We supply and fit a variety of cowls and bird guards that keep the wildlife out and stop 'downdraughts' from chilling your living room. If your old ceramic chimney pot has seen better days—perhaps it’s cracked or looking a bit lopsided—we can replace it with a fresh one that matches the style of your house. For those with redundant chimneys that aren't being used anymore, we offer a professional capping service. This seals the stack off safely while still allowing for a bit of ventilation to prevent internal damp from building up.

Sometimes, a few new bricks and some mortar isn't quite enough. If a chimney has been neglected for too long or hit by a particularly nasty Wiltshire storm, it might need a more significant fix. We handle complete chimney rebuilds, carefully matching the existing brickwork so it looks like it’s always been there. On the flip side, if you have a chimney stack that’s no longer in use and is becoming a maintenance burden, we can safely remove it for you. We’ll take it down below the roofline and tile over the gap seamlessly, leaving you with one less thing to worry about when the wind starts whistling.