Independent chimney & brickwork investigations
We diagnose cracks, water ingress, repointing failures and chimney defects with clear evidence and fixed-price repair options.
Brick and chimney defects are often misinterpreted — we assess them independently
Chimneys and brick façades age faster in London’s exposed climate.
Contractors often misdiagnose issues or jump straight to expensive repairs.
We provide independent, non-incentivised diagnosis to determine what repairs are truly needed.
WHAT WE INVESTIGATE
Chimney defects
Cracks in brickwork
Leadwork
- Loose bricks
Water ingress
Parapet wall defects
Coping stone failures
Missing flashing
Spalled/broken bricks
Movement indicators
Efflorescence and salts
Damp related to masonry
Chimney defects
Cracks in brickwork
Leadwork
- Loose bricks
Water ingress
Parapet wall defects
Coping stone failures
Missing flashing
Spalled/broken bricks
Movement indicators
Efflorescence and salts
Damp related to masonry
WHAT THE INVESTIGATION INCLUDES
External façade survey
Drone or ladder inspection
Pointing assessment
Mortar condition check
Brick condition mapping
Moisture readings
Chimney stack inspection
Parapet & coping review
Cause analysis
Repair recommendations
Verified cost ranges
48-hour report
External façade survey
Drone or ladder inspection
Pointing assessment
Mortar condition check
Brick condition mapping
Moisture readings
Chimney stack inspection
Parapet & coping review
Cause analysis
Repair recommendations
Verified cost ranges
48-hour report
COMMON CAUSES
- Weather-driven deterioration
- Failed or missing pointing
- Leaking flashings
- Historic movement
- Poorly installed coping stones
- Brick spalling from moisture
- Chimney cap defects
WHEN TO BOOK
- Cracks in external walls
- Water ingress on upper floors
- Brick erosion or “dusting”mortar
- Chimney leaning or deteriorating
- Survey recommends repointing or chimney specialist
FIXED-PRICE REPAIRS
- One fixed price
- Vetted brickworkers
- Scope defined by us
- Full supervision