Chimney Pointing

It is important to keep a chimney stack weatherproof and in a state of good repair. If the mortar joints between the brickwork on your chimney are crumbling then the repercussions can be devastating. There are obvious aesthetic reasons for having a well pointed chimney however most importantly it ensures that water ingress doesn’t take place.

Chimney repair and re-pointing not only improves the look of the premises but also stops water damage costing you thousands. Pointing of the stack and re-bedding of chimney pots can greatly increase the efficiency of your fire or stove.
When crumbling pointing goes unchecked then you run the risk of complete chimney stack collapse.

Chimneys in Britain unfortunately suffer from extremes of temperature. The cold winter evenings bring frost and ice only to be followed by the intense heat from your fire or stove. This freeze, thaw, extreme-heat cycle puts the mortar joints under extreme environmental pressure resulting in eventual decay.

When you spot the signs of mortar decay it is wise to act swiftly to avoid the damage that water ingress can cause to the rest of your building. The chimney is a flue through the centre of your premises and connects most rooms so water damage here area can spread rapidly to other areas.

Repair Damaged Chimney Pointing

Chimney Pointing Damage

Crumbling pointing can quickly lead to the spread of damp throughout a building and, if not tackled early, then huge expense can occur through the necessity of a complete stack rebuild.

Sometimes the signs of chimney-stack damage become more obvious on the inside of the building. A water-stained ceiling close to the chimney breast can be a tell-tale sign. Occasionally this is apparent lower down the breast within a room. If damp has reached this far then the whole flue system will need to be water sealed.

If crumbling mortar is left then frost can cause major damage and cause the brickwork itself to crumble away. If you spot damaged pointing, crumbling brickwork and cracked or leaning pots then call us immediately on 07596078391 or just fill in our contact form.

Benefits of Chimney Pointing

• Improve the looks of your property
• Improve your heating efficiency
• Stop water ingress
• Avoid chimney-stack collapse