Chimney Repair
Fareham

In most cases, repairing is far more cost-effective than removal — and retaining original stacks generally preserves the character and value of Victorian terraces in areas like Fareham town centre and Portchester. Where the stack is structurally sound but has failed pointing or flaunching, a targeted repair will give you many more years of service. We will give you an honest assessment of the stack condition and the options available.

Yes, this is a very common issue across Fareham's older housing stock, particularly in the PO15 and PO16 postcode areas where many properties have original lead work that has never been replaced. Lead flashing lifts when the mortar joints it is tucked into erode or when the lead itself becomes brittle and loses its seal. We re-dress lifting flashings where the lead is still in reasonable condition, or replace the full run with new code-grade lead where needed. Either way, it is a contained job that resolves the leak.

Fareham's position close to Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent means chimney stacks in the area are exposed to salt-laden air, which accelerates mortar decay and can cause efflorescence — white salt staining on the brickwork. Properties in more exposed positions around Hill Head and Stubbington are particularly susceptible. We use mortar mixes appropriate to the exposure level and the age of the brickwork, ensuring the repair holds rather than causing further damage.

Yes. Fareham has a significant amount of post-war and 1960s–1980s housing — particularly across the Titchfield Common and Crofton areas — many of which have chimney stacks with crumbling or incorrectly specified mortar from previous repair attempts. We work on all property ages and types and always match the mortar specification to the age and construction of the stack to avoid causing damage to the surrounding brickwork.