Chimney Repairs in Wigston, Leicestershire. Local team, free quotes, no call-out fee. Covering Wigston and all surrounding Leicestershire areas.
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Chimney Repairs in Wigston is a regular part of our workload. Wigston has a housing stock characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraces in South Wigston, post-war estates on Bell Street and Kilby Drive corridors. Chimney repointing and lead flashing on the pre-1914 terrace stock of South Wigston and Wigston Magna accounts for a significant proportion of our repair calls in this area.
We cover all of Wigston and the LE18 postcode area. Free quotes, no call-out fee, 10-year workmanship guarantee on all work.
Repointing £150–£400, lead flashing re-run £250–£600, full chimney stabilisation from £600
"Chimney repointed in lime mortar. Matched original properly. Very skilled work."
"Lead flashing replaced on chimney — no more leaks into the back bedroom."
"Stack stabilised and new pots fitted. Clean job from scaffold, site left tidy."
Yes. We carry out chimney repointing, lead flashing replacement, stack repairs and pot replacement across Wigston and the LE18 area. Call 0116 319 1348.
Chimney repointing and lead flashing on the pre-1914 terrace stock of South Wigston and Wigston Magna accounts for a significant proportion of our repair calls in this area.
Chimney repointing in Wigston typically costs £150-£400 depending on stack height and mortar extent. Lead flashing re-runs cost £250-£600. Free survey and written quote before any work.
Yes. Full stack removal including roof patch and internal plastering costs £800-£2,000 depending on stack size and access. We advise on whether removal or repair is the better option for your chimney.
Yes. Full chimney stack removal including making good the roof slope, lead flashing removal, tile patch and interior plastering of the chimney breast costs £800-£2,000 depending on stack size and internal layout. We advise on whether removal or repair is more economical for your specific chimney.
Signs of structural concern include visible lean when viewed from the street, large cracks running through brick faces, loose or rocking pots, or mortar falling from the stack in sections. Any of these warrant a professional inspection. Call us and we can carry out a ground-level assessment as part of a free quote visit.
Yes. All our quotations are provided in writing before any work starts. The quote specifies the scope of work, materials, access method and the workmanship guarantee. We never begin work without written acceptance.
South Wigston sits in a low-lying position in the Soar tributary valley, creating higher ambient humidity than surrounding elevated areas. North-facing rear slopes on Victorian terraces in South Wigston accumulate moss faster than equivalent properties in higher-ground suburbs.
South Wigston contains one of the highest concentrations of pre-1914 Victorian terrace housing in Leicestershire. The densely built streets around Canal Street and Bassett Street have clay plain tile roofs now 110–140 years old, with lead work at the same age.
Lead valley failure is the dominant repair category in South Wigston. The original lead valleys on Victorian terrace rear roofs in this area are at fatigue point simultaneously across the housing stock, making correct re-running rather than sealant patching essential for lasting results. We cover all of Wigston and the surrounding area — the same team that surveys your roof carries out the work, with no subcontractors and no third parties.
Ground-level binocular assessment on all roof surveys. Scaffold or tower access where mortar loss, structural movement or flashing failure is indicated. Close inspection covers mortar joint depth on all four faces, brick condition, pot security and flashing detail. Everything found is in the written quote — no surprises when we're on the stack.
Pre-1920 chimneys require NHL lime mortar, not cement. Hard cement on Victorian brick traps moisture, causes spalling, and needs replacing within 10–15 years. Lime mortar correctly applied provides 20–30 years between repointing cycles. We specify correctly without being asked.
| Job | Cost |
|---|---|
| Repointing | £150–£400 |
| Lead flashing re-run | £250–£600 |
| Pot replacement | £100–£250 |
| Full stack removal | £800–£2,000 |
Every job starts with a written itemised quote specifying scope, materials by name, access method and guarantee period. No work begins without your written acceptance. We don't add costs on site without discussing them with you first.
Repair work: minimum 2-year guarantee. Lead work, ridge and structural repairs: 5-year guarantee. Full re-roofing: 10-year guarantee. NFRC registered, £5m public liability insurance, serving Leicester and Leicestershire since 2003. If anything we've done fails within the guarantee period, we come back and fix it at no cost.
Sometimes. Damp patches on the chimney breast wall — particularly on the upper floors or in the loft — often indicate failed chimney pointing or lead flashing. Salt efflorescence (white powdery staining) on the chimney breast interior suggests moisture is tracking through the stack. A persistent musty smell from a sealed fireplace can indicate the same. None of these is conclusive — a ground-level binocular inspection and, if indicated, a scaffold-level assessment gives a definitive diagnosis.
Every job we carry out starts with a free on-site survey and a written itemised quote. The quote specifies the scope of work, materials by name, access method and guarantee period. No work starts without your written acceptance. We never add costs on site without discussing them with you first and getting your agreement. Our quotes are fixed-price — the figure you accept is the figure you pay unless you request additional work.
All our roofing work carries a written workmanship guarantee — 2 years on minor repairs, 5 years on lead work and structural repairs, 10 years on full re-roofing. We are registered with the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), carry £5m public liability insurance, and have been working across Leicester and Leicestershire since 2003. If anything we have carried out develops a problem within the guarantee period, we return and put it right at no charge. Our NFRC registration and insurance certificate are provided with every written quote on request.
The decision between chimney repointing, partial rebuild, and full removal is based on the structural condition of the masonry. Repointing is appropriate where mortar joints are eroded but individual bricks are sound. Partial rebuild is required where bricks have spalled beyond repair, significant cracks run through masonry rather than just mortar, or previous hard cement repointing has caused extensive brick face damage. Full removal is worth considering only where the stack has advanced structural problems, is genuinely redundant, and the long-term repair cost exceeds the removal cost.
| Work Type | Typical Cost | Expected Life |
|---|---|---|
| Repointing (lime) | £150–£400 | 20–30 years |
| Lead flashing re-run | £250–£600 | 40+ years |
| Pot replacement | £100–£250 | 30+ years |
| Full stack removal | £800–£2,000 | No further cost |
No call-out fees. No obligation. Local roofers covering Wigston and Leicestershire.
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