Chimney Repairs and Repointing in Fife and Glasgow
A chimney takes the full force of the weather, and it is one of the most common places for a roof to start leaking. We repair, repoint and reflash chimney stacks across Fife and Glasgow, keeping them sound, safe and watertight.
Signs your chimney needs work
- Crumbling or missing mortar between the bricks
- Damp on the chimney breast inside the house
- Cracked or loose render on the stack
- Failed or lifting flashing around the base
- Loose, cracked or missing chimney pots or flaunching
How we do it
- Free survey. We assess the brickwork, the pointing, the flashing and the flaunching.
- Honest advice. Repoint, reflash or rebuild, we recommend only what the stack needs.
- Clear written quote. Fixed and itemised.
- The work. Carried out with matching materials and quality leadwork.
- Tidy up. Site cleared and left clean.
The fix
We repoint worn mortar joints, renew the flaunching that holds the pots, replace failed lead flashings, and rebuild stacks that are beyond repair. Where a chimney is no longer used, we can also advise on capping or removal.
What affects the cost
Chimney work is priced on access and scaffolding, the height of the stack, whether it is a repoint, a reflash or a rebuild, and the amount of material involved.
Why Thistle Roofing and Building
Led by John, a roofer with 23 years of experience, backed by a skilled local team across Fife and Glasgow, with over 40 years of combined experience. Every job is quoted clearly in writing after a free survey, all the work on the job is covered by a 5-year guarantee, and we leave your property tidy.
Areas we cover: chimney repairs and repointing across Fife, Glasgow and the surrounding areas.
Chimney Repairs and Repointing: your questions answered.
Why is my chimney leaking?
The usual culprits are failed flashing at the base, worn mortar joints, or cracked flaunching around the pots. A survey pinpoints which.
What is repointing?
Repointing is raking out worn, crumbling mortar between the bricks and replacing it with fresh mortar to keep the stack sound and weatherproof.
Do I need to fix a chimney I do not use?
Even an unused chimney can let water in and damage the property below. It can be repaired, capped or removed depending on your plans.
Can you match the existing brick and mortar?
Yes, we match materials as closely as possible so repairs blend in.
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