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Lee and his team worked incredibly hard and communicated well to let us know when they would be doing the work. They were always professional and courteous and often worked on weekends to speed up the work. We are really pleased with the quality of the finish and would thoroughly recommend the company.
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What can a chimney & fireplace expert help with?
Chimney and fireplace experts, who are often builders and bricklayers, specialise in a wide range of services to ensure your home’s heating system is safe and efficient:
- Inspection and Cleaning: Regular inspections and cleaning of chimneys to prevent blockages and reduce the risk of fires.
- Repairs: Addressing common issues like cracks in the chimney flue, damaged mortar joints, and broken chimney pots.
- Installation: Installing new chimneys, flue liners, and fireplace inserts or updating existing structures.
- Maintenance: Performing routine checks and maintenance tasks to extend the lifespan of your chimney and fireplace.
- Safety Upgrades: Installing or replacing chimney caps, crowns, and dampers to improve safety and functionality.
What should I consider when hiring someone to repair my chimney or fireplace?
- Are a skilled company with a strong history of high standard projects
- Have all the necessary licences and insurance needed to protect you and their workers
- Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability
- Are offering the chimney and fireplace services you need, and are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it to be completed by
- Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other chimney and fireplace companies
How much do chimney & fireplace repairs cost?
The cost of chimney and fireplace repairs can vary significantly based on the type of repair, the materials required, the accessibility of the chimney, and your geographic location. Here’s a more detailed look at potential costs:
Basic Maintenance and Repairs
- Chimney Sweeping and Cleaning: Regular cleaning is essential to prevent soot and creosote accumulation that can lead to chimney fires. Typical costs range from £50 to £200.
- Patching Cracks in the Flue: Minor repairs such as sealing small cracks or holes in the flue liner can cost between £150 to £300, depending on the severity.
Intermediate Repairs
- Repointing Brickwork: Over time, mortar joints can deteriorate, necessitating repointing to prevent water intrusion and structural damage. Repointing costs can range from £55 to £80 per square metre, with full chimney stack repointing generally costing between £500 and £1,000.
- Replacing Damaged Bricks or Chimney Pots: The cost to replace damaged bricks or chimney pots generally includes a day rate for labour (around £150 to £250) plus the cost of materials.
Extensive Repairs and Replacements
- Replacing Chimney Flashing/Leadwork: Proper flashing prevents water from seeping into the place where the chimney intersects with the roof. Replacement typically costs between £350 to £460, including materials and labour.
- Installing or Replacing a Chimney Flue or Liner: Critical for protecting the masonry from heat and corrosion, a new flue or liner installation can cost between £800 and £1,500.
- Complete Chimney Rebuild: This major repair is required if the chimney is structurally unsound. Partial rebuilds can cost from £600 to £2,000, while a complete rebuild might cost upwards of £3,000 or more, depending on the chimney’s height and complexity.
Other chimney & fireplace FAQs
Can a roofer fix a chimney?
Yes, some roofers are skilled in basic chimney repairs, especially related to the exterior and flashing, but more complex issues should be handled by a specialised chimney expert.
Can the inside of a chimney be fixed?
Yes, the inside of a chimney can be repaired or relined by qualified professionals to address issues like cracks or deterioration.
What is ‘flaunching’ on a chimney?
Flaunching is the mortar layer at the top of a chimney stack that holds chimney pots in place and provides weather protection.
Can an electric fireplace be fixed?
Yes, most issues with electric fireplaces, such as electrical faults or heating element problems, can be repaired by a qualified technician.
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Resolution Roofing Ltd Speacialising in new roofs , cladding, UPVC fascias, soffits gutters, chimneys, jet washing and coating and much more. Free quotations cscs registered and very friendly. And are happy to help with any Enquiries that you may have please feel free to give us a call for a free quotation and any advice needed?. Thanks resolution roofing
Excellent response time, communication and work. Friendly and explained what was needed. Recommended
I am a independent Plumbing and heating Engineer, I have been in the field for around 8 years. I take my work seriously and take pride in my work, and want to be of best service to each customer I meet. thanks wayne
Excellent service!
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Excellent work from Sean who shines 5 ceilings for us. Lovely finish and very clean work.
Trent roofing is a father and son business trading standards approved. qualified in bricklaying, roof tiling and much more We are a 24 hour emergency call out full liability insurance and a five star rating from small jobs to large jobs we have over 25 years experience
Prompt, professional and obviously very experienced. I was delighted with the excellent quality of work and willingness to respond so quickly. Would highly recommend!
We are a family run business specializing in various types of gardening/landscaping/tree/property maintenance services/roofing, lawn care, garden designing, pressure washing, patios, driveways and much more. Please contact us for more in depth information and advice or for a no obligation quotation.
We used Kingz for clearance of a very overgrown garden and new fencing. They did exactly what they said they would do in their quote. They worked hard, left the garden tidy, and took away all the waste. They were very pleasant and Emma, in particular, gave good advice regarding ongoing after care of the garden. We were very happy with the results and would definitely recommend this family team!
A Carpentry company based in the heart of Birmingham taking on all kinds of work around The west midlands & East Midlands area, We work hours to fit tough schedules and time frames, weekends & bank holidays with vast experience in various trades in the construction industry, we offer a hassle-free service from start to finish. We offer full Joinery & Carpentry services. From Full renovations & Extensions, Flat Roofing, Outdoor structures, Door Hanging services, Boxing in, Decking, Stud walls, Floor Boarding, Laminate Flooring, Loft Boarding, Loft Hatches & Ladders, Loft Insulation, and also more complex work e.g. custom designed shelving, Wardrobes, Cupboards and Display cabinets. We also take on insurance work and offer a property maintenance service. 100's pictures on our page to describe further what we do. At HJ Barlow Developments Ltd we really do pride ourselves on our craftsmanship, work ethic and customer service, Our commitment to our customers really shows in our competitive prices, detailed quotes and our dedication to go the extra mile to make sure clients are completely satisfied with our work. We are a family and it is extremely important to us that we give a professional service to every single one of our clients and we endeavour to create a great working relationship & environment for them and ourselves. We are proud of our workmanship and strive to give each client the service they deserve. Fully insured to work on domestic and commercial properties and with vast experience in the industry, we offer a friendly and reliable service for all types of work from start to finish. Our call outs & quotes are completely free, we pride ourselves in always providing the fine details so the customer is never left in the dark at any part of their construction project. We have many contacts all around the midlands so if we can’t always help, we will know a trustworthy tradesmen that can, always available on mobile and email 7 days a week. Please see the photo section for more.
Harry did a great job. Turned up when he said he would, completed everything as described and cleaned up afterwards. Thoroughly recommended!
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We are a family run business with over 10 years experience in the building trade, we are very trust worthy and reliable always accomadating the customers needs. We specialise in all trade s from plumbing, electrical, carpentry ,full renovation s etc to pa
Hi im a fibreglass flat roofer with over 18years experience in the trade, we offer a great service at very competative prices, all our roofing work comes with 25 year guarantee and also offer a 10 year insurance backed guarantee on request.
What can one say it took a bit ( looking at the ratings I thought it might take a while as I them to be expected to busy ) But when they got to me they did an amazing job in only around 6 hours , completerly removed flat roof over bay window/ front door with all edgings ect, wonderful job. Highly recommend
Experienced, friendly self-employed electrician with public liability. Happy to do any job - big or small! Skills include plastering, painting and decorating, fitting bathrooms and kitchens as well as electrics
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Trading as intrendbuilders and tesscon co uk search us on google We are a friendly, hard working & affordable company who specialise in All forms of roofing and general building, maintenance, fencing and landscaping, waste removal, end of tenancy property clearances, wooden & laminate flooring and more in all areas of Birmingham & surrounding areas.
Richard and his team did a great job of replacing our garden gazebo roof. Pete and the lads who worked at the property were professional and courteous throughout and I’d have no hesitation in recommending them.
Having worked for myself for 30 years in most aspects of construction and maintenance my good reputation means everything to me. I pride myself on leaving a satisfied customer who will recommend me to family and friends.
I found Paul to be approachable well mannered an excellent tradesman and just an all round really nice fella
We are an established roofing company specialising in all aspects of pitched and flat roof repair & installation, recovers, soffits, fascias & guttering, & leadwork. New installations are covered by Insurance backed guarantee. Fully Insured & NVQ trained. We have recently been endorsed by Which as one of their trusted traders.
Very professional, came out quickly to price up and then arranged the day when the work was done. The insurance company messed us about but The Roof Doctor sorted out our issue and cleaned everything up afterwards. We are very happy with the work.
We do all aspects of roofing work from replacing a broken tile to a full re-roof with over 25 years experience with free quotations on all of our jobs. We are fully insured with liability insurance. We give an 15 year guarantee on all new felt flat roofs. And a 25 year guarantee on new house roofs
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Haven't had the work done but initial meeting very positive with no hard sell seemed to know exactly what the problem is so very hopeful
We are a family run business who prides its self on our reputation we carry out full reroofs to minor roof repairs we also undertake all PVC soffits facia and guttering dry verge caps and dry ridge also all pointing work welcome our work is all guaranteed
We are a company who specialise in all types of domestic roofing .We have had the same staff for the last 9 years so all staff are completely trained .I have been a roofer for 34 years I first did my apprenticeship on new estates then church roofs so have covered all types of roofing ,I also have an advanced level nvq in slating and tiling so having worked to a high standard in my early days I have maintained this throughout my working life and personally trained my staff to the same standard as shows in all our reviews
Probably the best roofer in the NorthWest. Reliable, professional, honest and competitive. Thank you to you and your team Steve for an excellent service. Saqib. Barton Road. Stretford.
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