How often should a chimney be repointed?

In Southampton's climate, expect chimneys to need attention every 25–40 years depending on exposure and original mortar quality.

Can I have my chimney removed?

Yes, provided any structural implications are addressed. We manage the removal and roof reinstatement as a single project.

Do you install cowls and bird guards?

Yes. We fit a wide range of cowls for wind, downdraft or bird protection, sized to the pot.

Chimney Repairs Southampton

Name: Southampton Roofing Specialists
Address: 1 High Street, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 2AA, GB
Telephone: 07537 179639
Price range: ££
Rating: 4.9

Chimney repointing, lead flashings, rebuilds and removals across Southampton.

Chimneys take more weather than any other part of a roof, and they are one of the most common sources of persistent leaks. We carry out the full range of chimney works — repointing, re-flaunching, replacement of pots and cowls, full or partial rebuilds, and safe removal of redundant stacks. Every job is completed with correctly dressed Code 4 or Code 5 lead flashings and left weathertight and neat.

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What our chimney repairs service includes

Chimney repointing in matched mortar
Re-flaunching around pots
New pots, cowls and bird guards
Lead flashing renewal — soakers, stepped and back gutter
Partial and full chimney rebuilds
Redundant chimney removal and reinstatement of roof
CCTV inspection where required

Benefits

Eliminate persistent chimney leaks
Extend the life of the stack by decades
Improve appearance and property value
Prevent freeze-thaw damage from failing mortar
Written workmanship guarantee

Common problems we solve

Failing mortar joints

Weathered pointing lets water into the stack, which then freezes and blows the brickwork apart. Repointing at the right time saves a rebuild.

Cracked flaunching

The mortar around the pots cracks and sheds water into the stack. Re-flaunching is a straightforward preventive repair.

Leaking flashings

Cement fillets and old, hardened lead are the most common cause of chimney leaks. We renew with correctly dressed lead.

Leaning stacks

A leaning stack is a safety issue. We assess and either rebuild, band or remove as appropriate.

Our process

Step 1
Inspect
Full inspection of brickwork, flaunching, pots and flashings, with photographs.
Step 2
Recommend
Written quote setting out exactly what we recommend and why.
Step 3
Carry out works
Access via ladders or scaffold, works completed neatly and to specification.
Step 4
Sign off
Photographic record, guarantee documentation, site left clean.

Materials we use

Code 4 and Code 5 milled leadLime and cement mortarsClay chimney pots by RedbankColt and Brewer cowlsStainless bird guards

Why choose Southampton Roofing Specialists

Chimney specialists with 25+ years of experience
Correctly dressed lead — not cement fillets
Written workmanship guarantee
Fully insured working at height
Tidy, respectful work around your home