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Shrewsbury has more Victorian and Edwardian chimney stacks per square mile than most Shropshire towns. The period properties of Belle Vue, Monkmoor and the town centre conservation area all have original stacks that need periodic attention. We specialise in chimney work that respects the character of the property and meets conservation area requirements where they apply.

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Chimney repairs in Shrewsbury cost £200–£700 for a full stack repoint, £350–£900 for lead flashing replacement, and £1,500–£4,500 for a full rebuild. Victorian and Edwardian stacks require lime-based mortar — cement causes irreversible brick spalling on period brickwork. Free close-range surveys across all SY postcodes.

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Why Shrewsbury chimneys need more attention

Why Shrewsbury chimneys need more attention

The River Severn loop creates persistently higher atmospheric moisture in Shrewsbury town centre and the riverside suburbs. This moisture penetrates mortar joints aggressively, causing spalling and deterioration faster than in drier climates. North-facing stacks on Belle Vue and Monkmoor terraces can show significant deterioration within 15 years of their last repoint.

Lead flashing — the most common chimney failure

Lead flashing seals the junction between the chimney stack and the roof covering. When it lifts, cracks or pulls away from the mortar joint, water tracks directly into the roof space. This is the single most common source of chimney-related leaks across Shrewsbury’s Victorian and Edwardian housing stock. A properly executed lead flashing repair is the only lasting solution.

What we cover

  • Chimney stack repointing
  • Lead flashing replacement and repair
  • Chimney pot replacement (period matching available)
  • Flaunching repair and replacement
  • Full stack rebuild where structurally required
  • Chimney cap and cowl fitting

Typical Price Guide

Repointing — standard chimney stack£200–£600
Lead flashing replacement£350–£800
Chimney pot replacement (per pot)£150–£350
Flaunching replacement£150–£300
Full stack rebuild£1,500–£4,000+

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Customer Reviews

What Do Shropshire Homeowners Say About Us?

★★★★★

"Lead flashing had completely failed around our chimney on this Edwardian property. They matched the original specification and the conservation officer confirmed it met requirements. Excellent work."

Amanda L. · The Mount, Shrewsbury
★★★★★

"Stack was visibly leaning — needed a full rebuild from the roofline. Done properly, no corners cut. The reassurance of having it sorted safely was worth every penny."

Brian W. · Belle Vue, Shrewsbury
★★★★★

"Cracked pot replaced and mortar repointed. Quick job, reasonable price, and they cleaned up thoroughly. Would absolutely recommend."

Donna S. · Copthorne, Shrewsbury
Coverage

Which Shrewsbury Areas Do We Cover for Chimney Work?

We cover the full SY1, SY2 and SY3 postcode area as well as surrounding Shropshire towns. Whether you’re in the town centre, the riverside suburbs or the outer estates, we’re local and we’ll be with you promptly.

Our team is based in Shrewsbury and handles all work directly — no subcontracting, no national company middlemen. The roofers who quote the job are the roofers who carry it out.

Areas we cover

Shrewsbury town centre · Belle Vue · Monkmoor · Meole Brace · Copthorne · Harlescott · Sundorne · Bayston Hill · Radbrook · Castlefields · The Mount · Kingsland · and all surrounding Shropshire towns within 20 miles.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

If you can see mortar crumbling from the stack, damp on interior chimney breast walls, or pointing that comes away when pressed, repointing is overdue. In Shrewsbury’s damp river climate, period properties typically need repointing every 15–25 years.

Repointing is correct where the brickwork is structurally sound but mortar joints have deteriorated. Rebuilding is required where bricks have spalled, cracked or displaced, or where the stack has moved off plumb. We survey from close range and photograph the condition before recommending either option.

Call 01743 537230 and describe what you've seen. We'll confirm whether a same-day visit is appropriate or book a survey within 2–3 working days. The surveyor accesses the roof, photographs the defects, and provides a written fixed-price quote the same day or the following morning. There is no call-out charge and no obligation to accept the quote.

Yes. We source period-appropriate clay chimney pots for Victorian and Edwardian properties across Shrewsbury. For conservation area properties in Belle Vue and the town centre, matching the original pot profile is a planning requirement we take seriously.

Yes. Party wall chimney stacks on terraced properties — particularly across Belle Vue and Monkmoor — are a regular job type for us. We handle the neighbour liaison, provide a single written report covering both properties, and carry out repairs that satisfy all parties.

Like-for-like repairs generally do not require permission. Visible alterations on listed buildings or prominent conservation area locations such as The Mount or Swan Hill may need prior approval. We can advise based on your specific property.

Repointing a standard stack in Shrewsbury typically costs £200–£600. Flaunching replacement is £150–£300. Full surveys and quotes are free.

Yes. We stock and can source period terracotta and staffordshire-blue chimney pots to match original Victorian and Edwardian specifications. Important for conservation area and listed properties where visual matching is required.

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Chimney Repairs — All Locations

We cover all Shrewsbury suburbs and surrounding Shropshire towns. Click your area for local pricing and availability.

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How We Assess and Repair Chimneys

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Close-range survey

We access the chimney at close range — by ladder, scaffold or mobile platform depending on height and access — and inspect every element: pointing condition, flaunching integrity, lead flashing laps and fixings, pot seating, and the structural condition of the stack itself.

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Mortar specification

For Victorian and Edwardian stacks, we specify lime-based mortar matching the original mix hardness. Using OPC cement on soft period brickwork causes spalling — we refuse to use it regardless of cost pressure. Modern stacks built since 1960 receive OPC-based mortar appropriate to harder engineering brick.

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Lead flashing specification

Chimney flashings are replaced in Code 4 lead for step and cover flashings and Code 5 for back gutters. Lead is dressed in sections with correct lap, correctly clipped and pointed into the mortar chase — not simply sealed with mastic.

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Completion check

We check the completed work at close range before descending. Pointing joints, flashing laps, flaunching edges and pot seating are all verified. We photograph the completed work and provide a written record.

Why Homeowners in Shropshire Choose Us

Honest Surveys

We survey every property physically before quoting — never from the ground or from photographs. If repair is the right answer we say so. We do not push replacements when they are not warranted, and we do not recommend repairs when replacement is the more economical decision over a five-year horizon.

Written Fixed Prices

Every quote is written, itemised and fixed before any work starts. No verbal estimates, no day-rate pricing, no additions once the job has begun without prior agreement. You know the exact cost before we lift a tile — and the price does not change unless the scope changes and you agree to it.

Our Own Team

No subcontractors, no agency labour. The team that surveys your roof is the team that carries out the work. We have been building our reputation in Shropshire since 2003 by taking direct responsibility for every job — something a contractor who farms work to subcontractors cannot offer.

10-Year Guarantee

All re-roof and major repair work carries a written 10-year workmanship guarantee issued at job completion. We are fully insured with £5m public liability cover. NFRC registered. We have been trading in Shropshire for over 20 years — our guarantee means something because we will be here to honour it.

Our Approach: Survey, Quote, Complete

Every job starts with a physical survey — not a quote over the phone, not an estimate from the ground. We access the roof, inspect defects and their causes, check for related issues in surrounding areas, and photograph the condition. The written fixed-price quote is issued the same day or the following morning. Survey visits are free across all Shropshire postcodes with no call-out charge and no obligation to proceed.

We do not use pressure tactics, do not offer day-of discounts to rush a decision, and do not manufacture urgency. If a job can wait two weeks safely we tell you. If it needs addressing immediately we explain exactly why. Every quote is written and itemised — no verbal estimates, no additions once work has started without prior agreement.

Pricing and Payment

All prices are fixed before work starts. For repair jobs under £500, payment is due on completion. For larger jobs — re-roofs, full guttering replacements, chimney rebuilds — a deposit of 10 to 25 percent covers materials, with the balance on satisfactory completion. We never ask for full payment upfront on any job. We accept bank transfer and card. Full VAT receipts are issued at completion on all work.

Any contractor requiring full cash payment upfront, offering large on-the-spot discounts, or approaching you unsolicited at your door should be treated with caution. Legitimate roofing contractors do not operate this way. If you are unsure about a quote you have received, call us on 01743 537230 for an independent assessment.

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