Chimney Flashing Repairs in Burgess Hill
Chimney flashing repairs in Burgess Hill. We refix or replace the lead that seals your chimney to the roof, one of the most common causes of leaks, with no call-out charge and free quotes.
- No call-out charge
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Same day response
- 24/7 emergency call-outs
Chimney flashing repairs in Burgess Hill
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What chimney flashing does
Flashing is the weatherproof seal, usually lead, around the base of the chimney where it meets the tiles. It's made of several parts: an apron at the front, stepped pieces down the sides and a back gutter behind. Together they direct rain away from the joint.
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How flashing fails
Lead can split with age, lift in strong winds or come loose when the mortar holding it into the brickwork wears away. Older repairs made with sealant or mortar fillets often crack too. Any gap lets rain run straight down into the loft beside the chimney.
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Refix or replace
If the lead is in good condition but has come loose, it can be dressed back down and repointed into the brick joints. If it's split, thin or badly fitted, new lead flashing is the lasting fix. We'll show you which your chimney needs and why.
What to expect from chimney flashing repairs
We inspect the flashing from the roof and look at the timbers and felt around the chimney from the loft, where water stains show where it has been getting in. You then get a free quote, explaining whether the existing lead can be refixed or needs replacing.
To replace flashing, we remove the old lead and any sealant, cut fresh joints in the brickwork, then fit new lead pieces shaped to the chimney and the tiles. The lead is wedged and pointed into the joints. We check the tiles around the chimney and replace any damaged ones.
What's included
- Flashing checked from roof and loft
- Old lead and sealant removed
- New lead shaped to the chimney
- Lead wedged and pointed into joints
- Back gutter fitted or repaired
- Surrounding tiles checked
How it works
Call or send a message
Tell us about the leak, the damage or the job you have in mind. We aim to respond the same day.
We inspect and quote
We look at the roof, explain what we find and give you a free, no-obligation quote before any work starts.
Work done and checked
We carry out the repair or installation, then test and check the finished work before we leave.
Chimney flashing repairs: common questions
Is my roof leak in Burgess Hill coming from the chimney flashing?
If the damp is next to the chimney breast, on the ceiling beside it or on the timbers around the stack in the loft, failed flashing is a likely cause. It's one of the most common sources of roof leaks. We can inspect it and tell you for sure.
Can chimney flashing be repaired with sealant?
Sealant can buy some time, but it isn't a lasting repair. It cracks and comes away as the weather heats and cools the joint. Properly fitted lead flashing, set into the brick joints, lasts far longer. We'll refix or replace the lead rather than relying on sealant.
How long does lead chimney flashing last?
Well-fitted lead flashing can last for many decades. It usually fails because the pointing holding it in place erodes, or because it was fitted in pieces that were too long. Checking it every few years and repointing the joints when needed keeps it working much longer.
How long does it take to replace chimney flashing?
On a typical chimney, new lead flashing can usually be fitted in a day once safe access is in place. Larger stacks or chimneys with a back gutter to rebuild may take a little longer. We'll give you a timescale with your quote.
Chimney flashing repairs around Burgess Hill
We repair chimney flashing in Burgess Hill and these nearby areas.
Other chimney services in Burgess Hill
- Chimney Repairs
- Chimney Leak Repairs
- Chimney Rebuilding
- Chimney Repointing
- Chimney Stack Removal
- Chimney Pot Replacement
- Chimney Cowl Fitting
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Get chimney flashing repairs in Burgess Hill
Water showing up beside your chimney? Call us and we'll check the flashing and give you a free quote.