Chimney Repair Services in Soham
Soham is a fen-edge market town with older houses near the centre and plenty of newer estates around it. Open Fenland winds take a toll on ridges, verges and fascias, which are the most common repairs we carry out here.
As the highest point on most buildings, chimneys take the full force of the weather, so they take far more punishment from rain, frost and wind than the rest of the roof. A neglected chimney can let water in and, at worst, become a danger to anyone below.
We repair chimney stacks inside and out, from repointing and new flaunching to replacing lead flashing, pots and cowls. If a chimney is no longer used, we can cap it or take it down to below the roofline.
No two chimneys are the same, so we tailor every repair to the property. For advice or a free quote for chimney repairs in Soham, call 07467 757 367.
Chimney Repairs in Soham: What We See Locally
On the older houses near the centre of Soham, chimneys stand tall and exposed to every gust crossing the fen. Over time, that weather opens up mortar joints, cracks the flaunching around the pots and loosens lead flashing where the stack meets the roof.
We repoint and rebuild chimneys, renew flaunching, replace lead flashing and fit new pots, cowls and caps. On a stack that is no longer in use, removing it below the roofline takes away a part of the roof that catches the wind and needs maintenance, and we can tile over the gap neatly. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, it is worth checking with East Cambridgeshire District Council first. We also carry out chimney work around Burwell and Newmarket.
Soham is looked after by our second office, which covers Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Rutland and the surrounding area. Like-for-like roof work does not usually need planning permission, but if your property is listed or in a conservation area it is worth checking with East Cambridgeshire District Council before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Chimney Repairs We Carry Out in Soham
Flaunching and Chimney Pots
Cracked flaunching is renewed and loose or broken pots are reset or replaced, with cowls fitted where needed.
Chimney Rebuilds
Where a stack is badly damaged or unstable, we can rebuild it using matching bricks.
Chimney Capping
Unused flues can be capped to keep out rain and birds while still allowing ventilation.
Lead Flashing
New lead flashings and soakers where the stack meets the roof, one of the most common causes of leaks around chimneys.
Chimney Removal
Redundant stacks can be taken down below the roofline and the roof made good to match.
Chimney Repointing
Crumbling mortar joints are raked out and repointed to keep the brickwork sound and stop water getting in.
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Common Questions About Chimney Repairs in Soham
Should I remove an unused chimney stack on my Soham home?
It can make sense on an exposed fen-edge property, as an unused stack catches the wind and needs upkeep. We can remove it below the roofline and tile over. If the house is listed or in a conservation area, check with East Cambridgeshire District Council first.
Can you remove a chimney in Soham?
Yes. We can take down redundant chimney stacks and make the roof good. If your property is listed or in a conservation area, check with East Cambridgeshire District Council first as permission may be needed.
How much do chimney repairs cost?
It depends on the work and the access needed. We inspect the chimney and give you a free, no-obligation quote before any work starts.
Why is water coming in around my chimney?
Leaks around chimneys usually come from worn or lifted lead flashing, cracked flaunching or porous brickwork. We find the cause and repair it.
Do you fit chimney cowls and caps?
Yes. We fit cowls, bird guards and caps to stop rain, birds and debris getting into the flue.
Do I need to maintain a chimney I do not use?
Yes. Unused chimneys are still exposed to the weather. You can keep it maintained, have it capped, or have it taken down below the roofline.
Book Chimney Repairs in Soham
Spotted a problem with your chimney? Get in touch for advice and a free, no-obligation quote.
Call 07467 757 367 or email info@highlineroofing.co.uk