Chimney Services in Newbury, West Berkshire

Is the mortar between your chimney bricks looking a bit sandy or falling out? Most homeowners we speak to notice this 'crumbling mortar' first, and it is more than just an eyesore. Once the mortar joints perish, water gets in, freezes, and starts pushing the bricks apart, which can eventually lead to a wobbly stack. We will rake out that old, tired stuff and replace it with fresh, durable mortar. For the many period properties around Newbury and Donnington, we often use traditional lime mortar to keep things authentic and breathable. We also specialise in 'flaunching'—that is the sloped mortar cap at the very top that holds your pots in place. If that is cracked, rain goes straight down into the stack, causing messy leaks inside your flues.

A huge number of the leaks we're called out to in West Berkshire happen right where the chimney meets the roof tiles. This area relies on lead flashing to create a waterproof seal. Over time, lead can thin, crack, or pull away from the brickwork as the house settles. Our leadwork specialists are experts at installing 'step flashing' on pitched roofs and fitting hidden 'soakers' to ensure a perfect fit. We don't believe in quick fixes or lashings of sealant; we do the job properly with high-quality lead that is built to last for decades. It is about creating a barrier that moves naturally with your home while keeping 'water ingress' firmly at bay.

Have you got a family of jackdaws trying to move into your flue? Or maybe you have noticed a persistent downdraught putting a chill in your living room every time the wind picks up? Installing a proper chimney cowl or bird guard is a simple, cost-effective fix that saves a world of hassle. We also replace cracked or damaged chimney pots, ensuring they are securely bedded into the flaunching so they won't budge. If you have an old fireplace that you no longer use, we can 'cap' the chimney safely. This involves sealing it off to stop the rain while leaving enough ventilation to prevent that musty, damp smell from building up inside your home.

Sometimes a chimney has simply seen better days, or perhaps you are planning an extension and that old stack is just in the way. If a chimney is leaning or the brickwork is structurally unsound, it can become a real safety hazard for you and your neighbours. We provide safe, controlled chimney removals throughout the Newbury area, taking the stack down carefully and making the roof 'good' again so you would never even know it was there. We will handle all the structural details, ensuring your roof remains strong and completely watertight once the stack is gone. Why worry about a dangerous chimney when we can take care of it for you?