Chimney pointing: why it matters and when to act
Crumbling mortar on a chimney stack is more than cosmetic — it's a leak waiting to happen. Here's what pointing does and why Leicester homes need it.
What is chimney pointing?
Pointing is the mortar between the bricks of your chimney stack. It holds the structure together and seals out water. Over years of wind, rain and frost, that mortar cracks and washes out — leaving gaps where water gets in.
Why it can't wait
A chimney that's lost its pointing will let rain soak into the brickwork, down into the roof space and eventually your ceilings. What starts as a £40 mortar repair becomes a £4,000 roof repair if it's ignored. Leicester's older properties are especially prone to this.
How we repoint a chimney
We rake out the old, failing mortar to a proper depth, clean the joints, and repoint with a weather-resistant mix that matches the original colour and finish. The stack is then checked for cracks, loose pots and flaunching — and we only call it done when it's watertight.
Act early, save money
If you've spotted cracked or missing mortar on your chimney, give us a call. We'll come out across Leicester and the East Midlands, assess the stack and give you a straightforward quote — no pressure, no jargon.
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