07769 644580 jwigmore3@gmail.com Based in Aldershot, GU11 3QJ 10/10 on Checkatrade · 408 reviews AboutServices Areas Our WorkReviewsContact07769 644580Free Estimate Home / Services / Chimney Stack Removal # Chimney Stack Removal in Aldershot Redundant Stacks Taken Down and the Roof Made Good If your chimney is no longer used and has become a source of leaks or worry, I remove the stack above the roof and tile in the gap, on a fixed quoted price. Request a Free Estimate10/10 from 408 reviews In short - 10/10 from 408 Checkatrade reviews - Free inspection and estimate - Fixed quoted price, no day rates - You deal with Justin, start to finish 16 years on Checkatrade 10/10 from 408 reviews £1 million public liability Fixed price free estimates Overview ## Chimney Stack Removal: What You Need to Know ### What it is Chimney stack removal means taking down the part of an unused chimney that sits above the roof line, then closing the opening and tiling the roof over so it is continuous and weathertight. ### Who it's for Homeowners with a chimney they no longer use, whose stack is leaking, has cracked render or failing mortar, or whose flashing keeps letting in water. ### When you need it When the chimney isn't serving a working fire or flue, when leaks appear around the breast, when the pointing and pots need expensive work, or when you're re-roofing and would rather not rebuild a stack you don't need. ### Why it pays to get it right A stack is heavy and sits at the highest, most exposed part of your home. Taking it down safely and making the roof good afterwards, so the tiling matches in and there's no weak spot left behind, needs care. Customers describe the work as completed in a timely and professional manner. The cost of waiting ## What Happens if It's Left An unused chimney still needs maintaining. Left alone, it becomes one of the most common sources of roof leaks. ### Common mistakes - Paying to repair a chimney that serves no purpose. - Removing a stack without properly closing and tiling the roof. - Ignoring flashing leaks until the ceiling below is damaged. ### Leaks at the flashing Where the stack meets the roof is a classic entry point for water. ### Crumbling masonry Weathered bricks, render and mortar can deteriorate and loosen. ### Damp chimney breasts Water soaking down a stack causes staining inside. ### Ongoing costs Repointing, new pots and flashing; all for a chimney you don't use. My process ## Five Clear Steps - Step 1 ### Free inspection I look at the stack, the roof around it and discuss whether it's in use. - Step 2 ### Fixed written quote One price for taking down the stack and making the roof good. - Step 3 ### Take down The stack is dismantled above the roof and debris removed safely. - Step 4 ### Make good The opening is closed and the roof tiled in to match. - Step 5 ### Clear up Rubble and waste taken away, the site left clean. Guarantee: Chimney removal is quoted as an individual job. My company guarantees apply to renewals of tiled roofs, uPVC fascias and soffits, and EPDM flat roofs. Benefits ## What You Get ### Removes a leak risk No stack, no chimney flashing to fail. ### No more maintenance No pointing, pots or flashing to pay for again. ### Cleaner roof line The roof is tiled through so it looks continuous. ### Clear communication Customers highlight how well they were kept informed. ### Fixed price Fixed quote for the agreed work. ### Tidy Brick and rubble removed and the site left clean. In detail ## Chimney Stack Removal Explained ### Above-roof removal The most common domestic job is removing the section of stack above the roof, leaving the breast inside intact. The remaining flue is capped and the roof is battened, felted and tiled over. ### Is the chimney still in use? Before any removal, it's important to confirm the chimney isn't serving a working appliance or a neighbour's flue, particularly on semi-detached and terraced houses where stacks are often shared. I'll talk through this with you at inspection. ### Combining with a re-roof If you're renewing your roof, it's an ideal time to take down a redundant stack, as the roof is already being stripped and re-tiled. ### Chimneys during a re-roof When a roof is being renewed, an unused chimney can either be rebuilt, repointed and re-flashed, or removed so the new roof runs straight through. Removal avoids a junction that will need maintaining for the life of the new roof. I'll explain the cost and practical difference of each option in your quote. ### Signs your chimney is causing problems Damp patches on the chimney breast inside the house, especially after heavy rain, are the most common sign. Others include loose or missing bricks, cracked render, leaning or cracked pots, crumbling mortar joints and lead flashing that has lifted away from the stack. If a chimney is no longer used for a fire, removing it can be simpler than repairing all of these. ### What happens to the flue inside With the stack removed above the roof, the top of the remaining flue is closed off before the roof is tiled over. The chimney breast inside your home is usually left in place. It's sensible to keep any disused flue ventilated to avoid condensation, and I'll talk through how the flue will be dealt with at the inspection. ### Keeping the site clean Taking down a stack produces brick, mortar and soot. Care is taken to keep debris contained and the site is cleared at the end, with rubble taken away. Customers mention how clean and tidy the site is left. ### Is removal right for you? If you enjoy an open fire or plan to install a stove, repairing the stack may be the better route. If it's unused and causing leaks or ongoing maintenance costs, removal takes away the problem for good. I'll give you an honest view of both options. ### Why homeowners choose Justin I'm Justin Wigmore and I run J Wigmore Roofing Ltd on my own. There's no sales visit followed by a different crew: the person who inspects your roof is the person who quotes it, carries out the work and clears up afterwards. I've been listed on Checkatrade for 16 years with a 10/10 rating from 408 reviews, and the same themes come up again and again: excellent communication, daily updates, turning up when I say I will, a clean and tidy site every day, and clear, transparent pricing. Every job is priced as a fixed quote after a free inspection. I hold £1 million public liability insurance, and payment is by BACS (preferred), cash or cheque. ### Chimney Stack Removal across Aldershot and nearby towns I'm based in Aldershot and regularly work across Farnborough, Ash and Ash Vale, Farnham and its surrounding villages, Fleet, Blackwater and Hawley, Godalming, Guildford and Odiham. Housing across North East Hampshire and West Surrey ranges from Victorian terraces and inter-war semis to post-war estates and modern homes with garages and extensions, so every roof is assessed on its own merits rather than priced from a list. ### Before you get in touch It helps to know roughly where the problem is, how long you've noticed it and whether water is getting inside. Photos taken from the ground are useful but not essential. Use the form below or call me, and I'll arrange a free inspection at a time that suits you. There's no obligation, and you'll get a fixed written quote so you can decide in your own time. ### Related services - Tiled & Slate Re-roofs in Aldershot → - Lead Flashing in Aldershot → - Roof Repairs in Aldershot → ### Areas I cover Chimney Stack Removal across Aldershot and nearby: - Aldershot - Ash & Ash Vale - Farnborough - Farnham - Fleet - Blackwater & Hawley - Godalming - Guildford - Odiham Talk to Justin 07769 644580 FAQ ## Chimney Stack Removal Questions ### How much does chimney removal cost? It depends on the size of the stack, access and the roof. I don't publish prices; you'll get a fixed quote after a free inspection. ### How long does it take? Typically a short job. I'll give you a timescale with your quote. ### Do I need to tell my neighbours? If the chimney is shared or sits on a party wall, it's important to discuss it with your neighbour first. I'll talk this through at inspection. ### Will the roof match afterwards? The opening is tiled in so the roof is continuous and weathertight. ### Can you remove a shared chimney? Shared stacks need extra consideration. I'll discuss it at inspection. ### Is chimney removal guaranteed? My company guarantees cover renewals of tiled roofs, uPVC fascias and soffits and EPDM flat roofs. ### Do you work in Godalming? Yes, along with Aldershot, Farnham, Guildford and the surrounding area. ### Are you insured? Yes, £1 million public liability insurance. ### How do I pay? Payment is by BACS bank transfer (preferred), cash or cheque. I don't take card payments. Free estimate ## Remove the Chimney You No Longer Need Tell me about the job and I'll arrange a free inspection and a fixed written quote. No obligation and no day rates. Call 07769 644580 - 10/10 from 408 Checkatrade reviews - £1 million public liability insurance - 10/10 from 408 Checkatrade reviews Owner-operated roofing by Justin Wigmore. 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