Chimney problems
Chimneys combine exposed masonry, flashings, mortar and openings through the roof, making them common sources of leaks and maintenance problems.
Why Is My Chimney Leaking?
This guide looks specifically at why is my chimney leaking?: how flashing, pointing, flaunching, pots and rain entry can create chimney leaks, plus the signs that help decide what to do next.
Read guide →How Can You Tell If Chimney Flashing Is Leaking?
Read this if you are dealing with how can you tell if chimney flashing is leaking?. It covers the signs of failed leadwork or flashings around a chimney and the practical clues worth noting before repair.
Read guide →Why Is My Chimney Breast Damp?
For why is my chimney breast damp?, this page explains roof leaks, condensation, salts and unused flues can all produce dampness around a chimney breast, with a focus on the checks and repair questions that matter for that defect.
Read guide →Does Crumbling Chimney Pointing Cause Leaks?
This guide looks specifically at does crumbling chimney pointing cause leaks?: when deteriorated mortar joints contribute to water penetration and instability, plus the signs that help decide what to do next.
Read guide →What Happens When Chimney Flaunching Cracks?
Read this if you are dealing with what happens when chimney flaunching cracks?. It covers how damaged mortar around chimney pots can let water in and loosen pots and the practical clues worth noting before repair.
Read guide →Is the problem around the chimney?
A roof inspection can check the flashing, masonry, flaunching and pots rather than assuming one visible defect is responsible.