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Chimneys in Nottingham take a battering. Wet winters, heavy frost, and decades of exposure wear down mortar, bricks, and lead flashing — often much faster than you'd expect. At Trust Roofing Services, we carry out the full range of chimney work for homeowners and commercial properties across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire: stack repairs, repointing, rebuilding, lead flashing, pot and cowl fitting, capping, and full removal.
We are a family-run team based in Hucknall, with over 15 years of hands-on roofing experience, and chimney work is a core part of what we do. We offer a free drone roof survey and no-obligation quote to every customer, so you know exactly what you are dealing with before any work starts.
Warning Signs Your Chimney Needs Attention
- Crumbling or missing mortar between the bricks
- Damp patches or brown staining on the chimney breast wall inside your home
- A visible lean or tilt in the stack
- Cracked or sunken flaunching around the base of the chimney pot
- Water dripping into the fireplace opening during or after rain
- White staining (efflorescence) on the outside of the stack
- Smoke entering rooms instead of drawing up through the flue
If you are seeing any of these, do not wait. Small chimney problems spread fast once water gets into the structure. Our free drone survey can inspect the full stack without scaffolding, giving you a clear picture of what needs attention before any work is agreed.
Repointing vs Rebuilding — Which Do You Need?
The difference comes down to one thing: whether the brickwork itself is still structurally sound.
Repointing is right when: the mortar joints are worn or washed out, the individual bricks are still solid, and there's no structural movement in the stack. We use lime mortar on older properties — not modern cement, which traps moisture and causes long-term damage.
Rebuilding is right when: the top courses are crumbling or unstable, there's a structural lean, or frost and sulphate damage have compromised sections of the stack. We will never recommend a rebuild if a repoint will do the job properly.
Chimney Services In Nottingham
Nottingham's Victorian and Edwardian housing stock means most properties in areas like Sherwood, Mapperley, Carlton, and Hyson Green have at least one chimney stack — and many have two or three. They are among the most exposed parts of any building. This section covers every chimney service we carry out across Nottinghamshire, from minor repairs to full stack removal.
Chimney Removal
A chimney stack that is no longer needed and is causing problems is sometimes best removed. We take stacks down to below roof level, make good the roof covering, and leave the property weathertight.
Chimney Repairs & Rebuilding
When a chimney stack has deteriorated beyond what repointing alone can address, a partial or full rebuild is the correct solution, using matching bricks and the correct mortar specification.
Chimney Stack Repair & Repointing
The most common chimney repair job on Nottingham's older properties. We rake out failed joints to the correct depth and match the mortar mix to your property's age and construction.
Chimney Breast Removal
Removing a chimney breast opens up usable floor space. We advise on the correct structural approach and carry out the work in compliance with Building Regulations, managing the completion certificate.
Lead Flashing Around Chimneys
Failed lead flashing is the single most common cause of damp appearing near a chimney. We use Code 4 and Code 5 lead sheet to BS EN 12588 on all chimney flashing work.
Chimney Pot Replacement & Installation
A missing or cracked pot allows rain directly into the flue. We replace pots to match existing profiles on period properties, with flaunching replaced as part of every installation.
Chimney Cowl & Bird Guard Fitting
Bird nests block flues and cause water damage when they decompose. We fit stainless steel bird guards and anti-downdraught cowls suited to the flue type, secured so they cannot be dislodged by wind.
Chimney Cap Installation & Weatherproofing
A chimney cap closes off an unused stack to prevent water ingress while maintaining ventilation, keeping rain and debris out without trapping moisture inside the flue.
Why Choose Trust Roofing Services?
- Free drone roof survey — see the problem clearly before spending a penny
- Free, itemised, no-obligation quote with no hidden costs
- Over 15 years of roofing experience across Nottinghamshire
- Correct materials for your property — lime mortar for older homes, matched bricks, quality lead
- Honest recommendations — we tell you what you need, not what costs the most
- 10-year workmanship guarantee, fully insured, no subcontractors
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my chimney needs repointing or a full rebuild?
Repointing is usually right when only the mortar is worn and the bricks are solid and uncracked. A rebuild becomes necessary when brickwork is structurally compromised or the stack has started to lean. Our free drone survey gives you a clear, honest answer.
How much does chimney repair cost in Nottingham?
Costs vary depending on the type of repair, stack height, and whether scaffolding is required. We provide a free, itemised, no-obligation quote after our drone survey.
Do I need planning permission for chimney repairs in Nottingham?
Standard like-for-like repairs — repointing, flashing replacement, pot and cowl work — do not need planning permission. Listed buildings and conservation area properties may need consent.
How often should my chimney be inspected?
Active chimneys should be inspected and swept at least once a year, twice if burning solid fuel or wood. Unused or capped chimneys should be checked every two to three years.
Do you repair disused chimneys that are no longer in use?
Yes. A chimney no longer connected to a fire or stove still needs to be kept weathertight. We inspect, repoint, and cap unused stacks across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Areas We Cover
Trust Roofing Services is based in Hucknall and covers all Nottingham NG postcodes and the wider Nottinghamshire region, including Nottingham City Centre, The Meadows, Sherwood, Mapperley, Bulwell, Bestwood, Arnold, Carlton, Gedling, West Bridgford, Beeston, Wollaton, Hyson Green, Kirkby in Ashfield, Sutton in Ashfield, Mansfield, Newark-on-Trent, Eastwood and Kimberley.
Not sure if we cover your area? Call us on 0115-647-3275 and we will confirm straight away.
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Your chimney is not something to leave until next year. Water damage spreads fast, and a small repair job today is always better — and cheaper — than a full rebuild in two years' time.
📞 Call Trust Roofing Services now on 0115-647-3275 — book your free drone survey and no-obligation chimney repair quote today.
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