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Chimney stacks poking out from rooftops is one of those quintessentially British sights. If yours is falling into disrepair, or if you’d like to give your chimney a new lease of life, find a specialist tradesperson to sweep away your fireplace frets.
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Chimneys might be a sought-after design feature, but they also perform a crucial role whenever you use your gas, wood-burning or open fire. Chimneys are engineered to allow just the right flow of air to get rid of dirty emissions, while maintaining as much heat in your home as possible.
In fact, the construction of chimneys is governed by strict building regulations – so it pays to use a professional when you’re having work done. As well as creating a chimney breast and fitting a pot or terminal (if necessary), building a new chimney involves assembling the flue lining, flue pipe (where required), connector and the smoke chamber. Doing this in the correct way makes sure a draft is created, which pulls smoke out of your room and evacuates it safely.
The complexity of repairing a chimney depends on the fault. The good news is that most problems can be resolved. Flues can be relined or repaired to address issues with leaking smoke or emissions. Or, if you’re having damp problems, these can be fixed too – either with brickwork remediation or by replacing lead flashings. And even more serious structural problems such as a leaning chimney breast can be sorted – though this may be a big job, with scaffolding required.
Cost of chimney building and repair
The labour and material costs to build a chimney will depend on the complexity of what you’re trying to achieve. And, design features aside, that will usually be steered by the type of fire you have (or want). Expect the construction of even the most modest chimney to start at around £1,000 and go up from there.
When it comes to flue costs, these vary according to the type of fuel you’re using. Wood-burning stoves can use prefabricated stainless-steel flues, which are the cheapest option. Gas fires only need a single-skin flue, but solid fuel fires require an insulated twin-wall flue – this is to stop smoke from condensing inside. A typical twin-wall stainless-steel flue will cost anywhere from £1,250-£1,500. Ceramic flues (as well as those made from other resilient materials like pumice stone) are also available, but these will cost significantly more than the steel option.
Chimney repair costs can vary drastically according to the job. You’ll usually be quoted according to the time required to remedy your exact problem. Depending on where you are, that rate will be between £150-£300.
How to repair a chimney
- Problems with the flue. Your flue has to be airtight for safety, to make sure carbon monoxide is sent out of your home. The flue can be tested using a smoke pellet, or your professional may recommend a specialist survey using a video camera. The solution to most flue-related problems is having a new liner installed, which an experienced tradesperson will carry out in accordance with building regulations.
- Leaking chimney stack. Stains on ceilings or walls near your chimney breast are the telltale signs of a leak. Often this is the result of flashings (strips which cover the area where roof tiles meet the chimney brickwork) either coming loose or cracking and allowing rainwater in. Replacing flashings is a relatively straightforward job, and lead is typically selected as it is both durable and weatherproof. New flashings are usually installed in a stepped pattern for waterproofing.
- Cracked brickwork. Whether internally or externally, cracked brickwork can present problems for your chimney and will need to be resolved. External cracks can create structural damage, while internal cracks could allow dangerous emissions to escape into your home. Replacing damaged brickwork requires any defective sections to be removed and replaced, or for more minor repairs areas can simply be repointed. In extreme cases, the chimney stack may need to be taken down and rebuilt.
- Unstable chimney stacks. If chimneys show evidence of leaning, they can be reinforced with steel straps or stay bars. Where leaning becomes more exaggerated, it may be necessary to rebuild the chimney – either partially or entirely.
Building a chimney – the key components
- Chimney breast. Usually a brick or blockwork column either built inside a property or on the outside of an external wall, the chimney breast directs smoke, gas and other by-products out of your home. Some may have a dedicated flue pipe inside, or simply be lined with a flue liner. A chimney breast will terminate at the roof of your home and is usually finished by a pot or cowl.
- Flue liner. The flue liner is made from a fire-resistant material – typically specialist concrete, clay, or metal. Flue liners help to protect the brickwork of a chimney from combustion gases, and also improve air flow. There are two types of flue liner – class 1, for solid fuel fires, and class 2, for gas fires.
- Flue pipe. The flue pipe allows smoke and other emissions to travel out of your home, away from the fire. Not every chimney will have (or needs) a flue pipe, but where they are present, they need to be engineered to ensure they create enough draught.
- Flue connector. This connects the fireplace to the flue. Provided the angle it is installed at doesn’t exceed 45°, your chimney sweep can still clean your fireplace.
- Hearth. This is the surround that helps keep your fire where it’s supposed to be and prevents heat from damaging nearby elements, like carpets and walls.
- Smoke shelf. A horizontal surface that helps to prevent downdraughts of smoke from entering your home.
The qualifications your tradesperson needs
A general builder will be able to construct a chimney, while a roofing expert can repair elements like lead flashings. These tradespeople don’t necessarily need any specific qualification to do this work.
But to install a fireplace your tradesperson may require additional accreditation, depending on the type of fuel you’ll be using. For gas fires, your professional must be Gas Safe registered. For solid fuel fires, they should be HETAS (the solid fuel fire accreditation body) registered.
Planning permission for chimney construction and repair
You won’t usually need planning permission to install a chimney. To quote the planning portal: “Planning permission is not required provided that the height of the chimney, flue or soil and vent pipe is not more than 1 metre above the highest part of the roof.”
There may be additional requirements if you live certain areas, such as a national park or a neighbourhood featuring listed buildings.
Insurance your tradesperson needs
Make sure your tradesperson holds public liability insurance. This helps to protect you and your tradesperson from any damage to your property.
Questions you should ask your tradesperson
- Would your professional recommend installing a flue pipe?
- If a flue pipe is not necessary, would they recommend a flue liner?
- What techniques would they recommend for a smoke or gas leak, or a damp issue?
- Do they hold Gas Safe or HETAS accreditation?
- Can they offer a warranty on their work?
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Job done quickly and efficiently - and that was important because my roof was leaking and I needed to prevent further damage. Darren came out right away and the job was reliably completed at the time we agreed.
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Jamie and his team done an above and beyond job on taking down my chimney stack making good felting and battoning renew tiles making sure no colour change cleaned up removed all waste you wouldn’t have known they had been job well done guys many thanks
Hardworking team, completing work in work to the highest of standards, all waste removed. All work carried out comes with 15 year guarantee terms and conditions apply,don't hesitate to ask questions.
We lost a ridge tile from our roof during a recent storm and Roger came out the same day in the rain to assess the damage. Job was completed 3 days later, when he said it would be, to a good standard. We are very satisfied with the service all round.
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Paul was helpful and knowledgeable, highlighting where the problems were with the old pointing on my house. With his team he got on with the work without delays and completed it in the time he said. Good communication, sending pictures/updates of the work and friendly throughout. House looks much better now.
The Home Improvement Specialists, Specialising in all roofing & Landscaping work. 5 vans, 11 men, we are the team that can. 3 offices stationed in Humberside, North East Lincolnshire, and Leeds 5 star rated!
Job is poor quality. Left a mess. I'm now unable to get in contact with them. To come a rectify the many issues with there work. As it seems as they have blocked my number.
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Vic and Mark did a great job of removing our chimney stack. Communication was excellent in terms of knowing when the skip would arrive, when scaffolding would go up and when work would commence. Site was left very tidy afterwards as well. Would highly recommend.
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Had to get the on other roofer and get the whole job redone as it had not been done properly it was a real mess
Here at Weathertite Constructions we cover a wide range of building roofing extensions conversions damp problems drainage with camera inspection, garden design with patios driveways and walls. James has 20 years experience Lee has 35 Gary has 17 we are here to provide a good service information and a very reasonable quote kind regards James
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Brilliant service from Mark. Really proactive and friendly. Came within 24hours of contact. Exactly when he said, even on a Sunday!! . Completed the job that day and guaranteed it for 3 years as well. Will definitely use him again.
we are a family run business we're our name and your roof are the only things that matter Big enough to cope small enough to care
The chimney and flashing were sorted within the week as well as remedial work to the ridge tiles and slates. The roofer was punctual,hardworking and polite.
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Providing a high standard in roofing and building services for commercial and domestic clients throughout London and the surrounding areas. Kensington Roofing & Building Services (KRB) are a firm of domestic and commercial roofing contractors providing a variety of roofing installation, maintenance and repair services across London and the surrounding areas. We have a reputation for high-quality work and reasonably priced services. Using our 18 years’ experience, we strive to provide the best possible service, ensuring we create a safe and well-structured system to satisfy every customer. We deliver projects on time, on budget and aim to cause as little disruption as possible, not only to the client but to the surrounding neighbourhood and area.
Ryan and his team cleared my greenhouse quickly and efficiently. Very happy with their service and they were all polite and friendly.
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My experience of a kitchen window enlargement wasn’t good. Fair enough Kieron had a lot of health issues which meant the two-week job took over two months but the finish wasn't good and I was left with quite a few problems.
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Professional roofing company throughout the north west, and Central Manchester and Cheshire. We specialise in all aspect of roofing. We also partner with our sister scaffolding company for all our clients roofing needs and requirements including temporary roof and scaffolding covering for projects. That require rebuilding or alterations of the roof structure whilst being occupied or during poor weather. We can respond quickly and provide a full roof survey by our in-house chartered building surveyor and a full detailed Quotation provided. We offer a full Quality Mark insurance backed guarantee on all of our projects that have been replaced by our company. We can also carry out commercial work to all types of roofs. Fully insured and trained tradesmen who work to high standards of workmanship. Consumer reviews and references on request or see Trust pilot, Google reviews and ratings from live clients
Job was well done but promised an unwritten gaurantee and all I've got to show for it is a number to call if there are any issues! Not what was agreed which is a shame. Can't give a potential buyer of my house a phone number in a year to prove the roof is new!
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Paid over £800. Problems not fixed and won't answer or return calls now. Stay clear
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Amazing service! Came round within an hour of me putting the job on, and fixed 2 tiles straight away. For a great price too. Thanks very much.
Time served bricklayer builder with a no nonsense approach and reasonable pricing
Dave was great. Completed the job to a high standard with no hassle at all.
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