Chimney stacks take more weather punishment than any other part of a roof. We repair, repoint and rebuild chimneys across Aldershot — including lead flashing replacement, pot repairs and stack rebuilds on period properties.
We cover all Aldershot postcodes (GU11) and the surrounding area. Free written quotes, no call-out fee, 10-year workmanship guarantee.
Failed or open mortar joints on chimney stacks allow water penetration that can saturate internal walls. We repoint in appropriate NHL lime or cement mortar depending on your property age.
Step, soaker and apron flashings replaced in Code 4 lead. The most common cause of chimney-related leaks in Aldershot is failed flashing rather than stack deterioration.
Chimneys that have deteriorated beyond repointing — spalling brickwork, structural movement, collapsed flaunching — rebuilt in matching brick with new DPC and flashing.
Cracked or missing chimney pots replaced. Cowls fitted to unused flues to prevent water and wildlife ingress.
Chimney problems in Aldershot follow predictable patterns from the local housing stock. Nail sickness on 1970s concrete tile estates. Welsh slate matching required on Victorian garrison terraces in the town centre. Lead valley failures on woodland-backed properties. We carry lime mortar mixes appropriate for period Aldershot properties on every job.
Aldershot sits on a low sandy plain with woodland to the south. Properties backing onto Aldershot Park and the military land face high leaf fall volume causing valley and gutter blockages every autumn.
Nail sickness on 1970s concrete tile estates. Welsh slate matching required on Victorian garrison terraces in the town centre. Lead valley failures on woodland-backed properties.
We cover Aldershot (GU11) and surrounding areas including Ash, Farnham, Farnborough. Same-day response available Monday to Saturday. Emergency call-outs 24/7.
All chimney repairs work in Aldershot comes with a free written quote before we start. No call-out fee, no obligation. Call 0125 244 7622 to book.
| Job Type | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chimney repointing | £300–£700 | Full stack, correct mortar |
| Lead flashing replacement | £200–£600 | Step and apron, Code 4 |
| Flaunching repair/replacement | £150–£350 | Around pot base |
| Chimney stack rebuild (partial) | £600–£1,500 | Upper courses, new DPC |
All prices include materials and labour. Written quote provided before any work starts. Call 0125 244 7622 for a free assessment.
Aldershot's Victorian garrison terraces present some of the most specific roofing requirements in the area. Original Welsh slate on properties along Wellington Avenue and the surrounding streets requires matching natural slate for repairs — and lime mortar for all pointing work. Using cement mortar on these properties causes spalling brickwork within 10 years.
Chimney repairs in Aldershot require specific knowledge of the local housing stock. On Victorian and Edwardian properties, lime mortar specification is non-negotiable. On post-war stock, cement mortar is appropriate. Getting this wrong in either direction causes damage — cement on Victorian brickwork causes spalling; lime on modern work sets too slowly. We specify correctly as standard.
The diversity of housing eras in Aldershot — from 1870s garrison terraces to 1970s council stock in South Aldershot — means local knowledge is particularly important. What's right for one property type is wrong for another half a mile away.
Properties backing onto woodland near Aldershot Park face above-average leaf fall volume every autumn. Valley and gutter clearance is critical here — blocked valleys are the primary cause of roof leaks we attend in the Aldershot area each November and December.
"Chimney was letting water into the bedroom wall. Turned out the flashing had completely failed. They stripped it and relaid in lead properly. Dry wall ever since."
"Had the stack repointed in lime mortar — they were one of the few who knew it had to be lime on a Victorian property. Excellent work, correctly specified."
"Pot had cracked and bits were coming off. They replaced the pot and re-fixed the flaunching. Clean job, came when they said they would."
Open or cracking mortar joints visible from ground level, damp patches on chimney breast walls inside, or white salt deposits (efflorescence) on external brickwork are all signs repointing is needed. We carry out a close inspection before quoting.
For pre-1919 properties — which are common in Aldershot — NHL (natural hydraulic lime) mortar must be used. Harder cement mortars cause the brickwork to crack rather than allowing natural movement. We always specify the correct mortar for the property age.
Yes — and it's worth doing. Unused chimneys still need weathertight stacks and flashings. Fitting a capping cowl to unused flues prevents water ingress and wildlife nesting.
Done correctly with the right mortar, chimney repointing lasts 20–30 years. Using the wrong mortar — particularly hard cement on soft period brick — can cause spalling within 5–10 years as the brick itself breaks up under thermal stress.
Local roofers. No call-out fee. Written quote before we start. 10-year guarantee on all work.
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