Expert Chimney Repairs & Repointing
in Snodland, Kent
Protect your home from water ingress with specialist brickwork, flaunching, and lead flashing from Century Roofing and Building.

A well-maintained chimney is essential for your home's health, and our services cover every aspect of stack care. Repointing is perhaps our most vital service; we carefully distinguish between the needs of older properties and modern builds. For historic Victorian homes, we use traditional natural hydraulic lime (NHL) mortar to allow the brickwork to breathe, which prevents the common problem of spalling bricks. For more contemporary stacks, we apply high-performance, sulphate-resistant cement mixes to ensure maximum durability.

Lead work is another critical area of our expertise. The junction where the chimney meets the roof tiles is the most frequent source of leaks in Kentish homes. Our team replaces failed flashings with high-quality Code 4 or Code 5 lead, dressing it precisely to meet Lead Sheet Training Academy guidelines. We also address issues with the chimney crown, or flaunching. When this cement top perishes, it allows water to penetrate the stack, leading to internal damp patches. We reform this crown to provide a perfect weather seal and can install ventilated cappings or bird guards to protect the flue and ensure your chimney remains both efficient and structurally sound.

Quality results in chimney work are rooted in a disciplined, step-by-step approach. We begin every project with a comprehensive safety assessment. For many chimneys, this involves the installation of professional-grade scaffolding or a chimney tower to ensure our team can work safely while respecting your property's exterior. Safety is our priority, and we ensure all access methods comply with current work-at-height regulations.

Once access is established, the preparation phase involves carefully raking out the perished mortar joints to a depth of 20mm to 25mm. We take great care to remove the loose material without damaging the arris of the brickwork. After cleaning the joints of dust and debris, we prepare the mortar gauge tailored to your specific stack, ensuring the colour and strength match the existing masonry. The final stage is the meticulous pointing up of the joints, followed by a final inspection to confirm that all flashings are properly dressed and sealed against the elements. This methodical process ensures that our repairs are not just quick fixes, but long-term solutions.

At Century Roofing and Building, we operate with full awareness of UK building regulations. Structural alterations to a chimney stack, particularly those involving partial or full rebuilds, may require formal notification to local building control. We guide our clients through these requirements to ensure every project remains fully compliant with Part J of the building regulations, which covers combustion appliance safety and thermal efficiency.

For homes located in conservation areas, we understand the sensitivity required regarding material selection. We source bricks and mortars that are sympathetic to the character of your property, ensuring that repairs are as aesthetically pleasing as they are functional. Our adherence to Lead Sheet Training Academy guidelines for all lead work guarantees that your roof is protected to the highest national standards. By choosing a team that understands both modern safety regulations and the nuance of local heritage architecture, you gain the peace of mind that your home remains both legal and structurally robust.

Based in Ditton, Aylesford, we are ideally positioned just four miles from Snodland, allowing us to respond quickly to the needs of our local community. Our team is fully covered by comprehensive Public Liability Insurance, providing you with full protection throughout the duration of your project. We pride ourselves on transparent pricing and a no-nonsense, professional approach that has earned us a reputation for reliability across Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.

We bring years of experience to every job, whether it involves a simple repointing task or an intensive chimney stack rebuild. Our focus is always on delivering value through longevity, using high-quality materials that stand up to the specific environmental challenges of the South East. We do not believe in pushy sales tactics; instead, we offer honest, expert advice based on a thorough survey of your chimney's condition. Our commitment to local service means you are hiring a team that truly cares about the reputation we hold in your neighbourhood.