Chimney Repairs & Repointingin Great Easton
Crumbling mortar, failed flashing and open pots let water straight into your home. We repoint, cap and reflash the stack so it stays dry.
30 years
hands-on roofing experience
10-year
guarantee on new & flat roofs
£2m
public liability insurance
Free
no-obligation survey & written quote
The service
What Chimney Repair Covers
Chimney repairs restore the stack that sits on your roof: repointing the mortar between bricks, refixing or replacing the lead flashing where the chimney meets the tiles, re-bedding pots and flaunching, and capping disused flues.
It's for homeowners with damp around a chimney breast, staining on a ceiling next to the stack, loose pots or mortar falling onto the roof. Customer reviews include chimney capping and pipe sealing in Chelmsford.
You need a repair when mortar has visibly eroded, when flashing is lifted or split, or when water is appearing around the chimney inside.
Chimneys are exposed on all sides and take the worst of the weather. Working at height on a stack safely and getting the flashing detail right are jobs for an experienced roofer.
The risk
What Happens to a Neglected Chimney
A chimney is a tall, exposed brick structure. When it fails, it fails in ways you notice.
Damp chimney breasts
Water soaks down through the brickwork into rooms below.
Falling masonry
Loose bricks and pots can fall onto the roof or ground.
Roof leaks
Failed flashing is one of the most common leak points.
Stack instability
Badly eroded mortar weakens the whole stack over time.
Common mistakes homeowners make
- Painting sealant over the brickwork instead of repointing.
- Leaving disused flues open to rain.
- Ignoring lifted flashing because 'it's only a small gap'.
- Patching with cement-rich mortar that cracks the bricks.
Our process
How Your Chimney Repairs & Repointing Job Runs
- Step 1
Survey
Stack, pots, flaunching and flashing inspected.
- Step 2
Diagnosis
You're told what's failing and what it needs.
- Step 3
Written quote
An individual quotation based on the survey.
- Step 4
Repairs
Repointing, capping, re-bedding or reflashing carried out.
- Step 5
Clear-up
Debris cleared from the roof and gutters.
What you get
Why Homeowners Choose Essex RoofCare
Dry chimney breast
Stops damp at the source.
Safer stack
Secure pots and brickwork.
Longer life
Repointing extends the life of the stack considerably.
Prevents leaks
Sound flashing keeps water out where chimney meets roof.
Experience
30 years of roofing experience.
Insured
£2,000,000 public liability insurance.
In detail
Chimney Work We Carry Out
The main chimney repairs needed on Essex homes.
Repointing
Eroded mortar raked out and replaced so the brickwork sheds water again.
Lead flashing
Step and apron flashings refixed or replaced where the chimney meets the roof.
Chimney capping
Disused flues capped to keep rain out while allowing ventilation.
Pots and flaunching
Loose pots re-bedded and cracked flaunching renewed.
Sealing pipes
Pipes passing through roofs and around stacks sealed properly.
Chimney removal follow-on
Where a stack has been removed, the roof is re-felted, re-battened and re-tiled to match.
Chimney Repairs & Repointing near you
Based in Great Easton, we carry out chimney repairs & repointing for homeowners across Essex, North London and Hertfordshire, including:
Roofs across the region face the same mix of wind-driven rain, cold snaps and summer heat, but the housing stock varies a lot, from clay-tiled cottages around Great Dunmow and Saffron Walden to slate-roofed Victorian terraces in Walthamstow and Enfield, and post-war homes with concrete tiles and flat-roofed extensions in Chelmsford, Braintree and Romford. Knowing which roofs are common where helps diagnose problems faster and specify repairs that match.
Related services
- Roof Leak Repairs
We trace the source of the leak, not just the stain, and fix it properly.
- Ridge Tile & Leadwork Repairs
Re-bedding ridge tiles and replacing slipped lead flashing.
- Roof Repairs
Slipped tiles, cracked slates and worn mortar put right before small faults become big bills.
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Before you book
How to Choose a Roofer for Chimney Repairs & Repointing
Before you agree to any chimney repairs & repointing work in Essex, North London or Hertfordshire, check these points, whoever you choose.
Has someone actually looked at the roof?
Ask how the roof will be assessed and what is included in the quotation.
Is the quote in writing?
A written quote sets out what's being done and the price, so there's no argument halfway through the job.
Are they insured?
Roof work happens at height above your home. Ask for public liability cover; Essex RoofCare carries £2,000,000.
What guarantee comes with the work?
Ask what's covered and for how long. New roofs and flat roofs from Essex RoofCare carry a 10-year guarantee; repair guarantees depend on the job and are stated in the quote.
How much experience do they have?
Diagnosing roofs is learned on roofs. Stuart has 30 years of hands-on experience.
Will they tell you if you don't need the work?
A good roofer will tell you when a repair is enough, or when nothing needs doing at all.
On the day
What to Expect When We Arrive
Work is carried out Monday to Friday, between 8am and 5pm. You'll know the scope and price before the team arrives, because it's all in the written quote you accepted after the survey.
Discuss access, safety and any disruption before work starts. Requirements depend on the roof and the work being carried out.
Selected supplied testimonials describe individual customer experiences of workmanship and tidiness. Agree site arrangements and clearance as part of the proposed work.
When the work is finished, you'll be told what's been done. Where photos help explain a problem or a finished repair, they can be shared with you. Payment is by direct bank transfer.
Materials we work with
Essex RoofCare works with tile, slate, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and felt. That covers pitched roofs and flat roofs on houses, bungalows, extensions, garages, porches and outbuildings. Where a repair needs to match the existing roof, matching tiles or slates are sourced wherever possible so the work blends in.
Residential focus
Essex RoofCare is a residential roofing company. The business provides installations, repairs and roofline services for homeowners.
Reviews
Selected Five-Star Testimonials
“Stuart replaced the roof on my garage and shed that was long overdue. He was responsive & went through everything thoroughly. Job was completed very quickly with no hassle or problems and everything cleared and tidied up. Roof looks great, very impressive workmanship Highly recommend Stuart and his team 👍🏻”
“Had been looking for a roofer past 4 weeks, let down by most. Found SN roofing on this site, such a fantastic find. Stuart contacted me straight away, even came round on a Sunday to assess and give me a quote. Was able to repair my leak within 2 days. Excellent, professional job done, no hidden extras and good price. Stuart is so friendly and helpful. You will not go wrong getting SN roofing to sort your roof. I will definitely use again if needed, brilliant service all round and believe me I contacted a few. Thank you again ....Donna”
“Completing a double storey extension needed a new roof plus replacing existing roof. Stuart from SN roofing gave me a very competitive price. A small deposit paid and 1 week later they started. I am very happy my roof looks amazing. I found Stuart and his team polite, courteous and hard working. I will definitely recommend there service. Thanks again SN Roofing. 30/1/2021”
FAQs
Chimney Repairs & Repointing: Your Questions Answered
How much does chimney repointing cost?
It's priced individually after the free survey, depending on the stack's size and condition.
How long does chimney work take?
Timing depends on the chimney, work required, access and weather. Contact us to discuss scheduling.
Do I need scaffolding?
It depends on the chimney and access; this is assessed at the survey and included in your quote.
Can you cap a chimney I don't use?
Yes. Capping keeps rain out of a disused flue.
Is chimney work guaranteed?
Repair guarantees depend on the job and are confirmed in your quote.
Are you insured?
Yes. Essex RoofCare carries £2,000,000 public liability insurance.
Which areas do you cover?
We're based in Great Easton and cover Essex, North London and Hertfordshire, including Chelmsford, Braintree, Bishop's Stortford, Saffron Walden, Great Dunmow, Brentwood, Romford, Hornchurch, Enfield, Chingford, Walthamstow and Hoddesdon.
How do I pay?
Payment is by direct bank transfer. Every project is priced individually after the free survey, so there's no standard price menu, just one clear written quote for your job.
Do you offer emergency call-outs?
Yes, during working hours, Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm. Essex RoofCare is not a 24-hour service. If water is coming in or something on the roof looks unsafe, call during these hours to discuss availability.
Who will carry out the work?
Essex RoofCare is run by Stuart Napper, who has 30 years of roofing experience, and works with a dedicated team. The business is listed on MyBuilder and Bark, where homeowners across Essex, North London and Hertfordshire have left reviews of its work.
Keep Water Out of Your Chimney
Free, no-obligation survey and a clear written quote before any work begins. 30 years' experience, £2,000,000 public liability insurance and a 10-year guarantee on new and flat roofs.
- Free survey
- Individual survey-based pricing
- Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm