Roofing services
Chimney Repairs & Lead Work in Sidcup & Kent
Chimneys are the most common source of roof leaks, and lead is still the best way to keep them dry. R&W Roofing Services carry out traditional lead work, chimney re-flashing, flaunching and repointing across Sidcup, Eltham, Charlton and the wider Kent and South East London area.
Traditional lead work, done properly
We work in code 4 lead as standard for flashings, forming bossed front aprons, individual soakers under every tile course, stepped side flashings chased into the mortar joints and a back gutter behind the stack. Each piece is lapped and dressed so water is shed on every face of the chimney.
It is slower than smearing on sealant or sticking on flashing tape, and it is also the reason our repairs stay watertight for decades rather than a couple of winters. Our recent chimney projects in Charlton and Eltham show the detail: neat, tight, properly lapped lead work.
Chimney repairs beyond the lead
Leaks also start above the flashings. We renew cracked flaunching around pots, repoint eroded brickwork, replace damaged pots and cowls, and fit new lead where the chimney meets the roof as part of re-roofing work.
Common problems
Problems our chimney repairs & lead work service solves
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Damp on a chimney breast
Water tracking down the inside of the stack after rain, usually from failed flashings or flaunching.
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Lifted, split or missing lead
Old lead fatigues and cracks, and thin lead lifts in wind.
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Sealant instead of lead
Mastic and flashing tape are temporary at best; we replace them with lead.
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Cracked flaunching
The mortar cap around the pots breaks up and lets water into the stack.
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Eroded pointing
Soft brick joints at the top of a stack soak up water and freeze.
Our approach
How we handle lead work
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Inspect
We check the flashings, flaunching, pointing and pots, from the roof or by drone.
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Quote
A clear price for the lead work and any masonry repairs, before we start.
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Strip and re-flash
Old lead and sealant removed, new code 4 lead formed, chased and dressed in.
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Point and finish
Chases pointed, flaunching renewed where needed, and the roof left clean.
Recent projects
Recent chimney repairs & lead work projects
Genuine photographs from our own jobs.
Sidcup
Re-roof in Marley Ludlow Plus tiles, Sidcup
A tired hipped roof stripped back and rebuilt with smooth grey Marley Ludlow Plus tiles, breathable membrane, dry ridge and hip systems and new chimney lead work.
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Customer reviews
What homeowners say
Every customer is invited to leave a review on our Facebook page. Here is what they have said.
“Excellent advice and service. Good quality work and care and attention to completing the work. Very pleased with the end result. Would definitely recommend.”
“Brilliant service from start to finish. The team were professional, polite and the quality of work is outstanding. Highly recommend!”
FAQs
Chimney Repairs & Lead Work FAQs
Why is lead used around chimneys?
What does "code 4" lead mean?
My chimney has been sealed with mastic. Is that a problem?
Do you repair chimneys as part of a re-roof?
Let’s talk about your roof
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Get in touch today to discuss your roofing project and request a free quotation.
Or call 07498 310928 · rwroofingservices95@yahoo.com