What causes chimney needs repair work at height?

Chimney deteriorating and needing repointing or rebuilding. Flashing failed around the chimney stack. Chimney pot loose or cap needed to prevent bird entry.

How much does it cost to fix chimney needs repair work at height?

Typical costs range from £360 to £1,017 depending on severity and location. Get a free quote from a local scaffolder on Tradesfolk.

Fix SoonCommon in SepRecommended trade: Scaffolder

Chimney Needs Repair Work at Height

Chimney repointing, flashing, or cap work needed but the chimney is too high for ladder access.

What Is Causing This?

1Chimney deteriorating and needing repointing or rebuilding
2Flashing failed around the chimney stack
3Chimney pot loose or cap needed to prevent bird entry

How Urgent Is This?

Fix Soon

This should be fixed in the coming weeks. Leaving it may allow the problem to worsen and cost more to repair.

What Needs to Be Done

A scaffolder will erect a scaffold around the chimney stack to give safe access for the bricklayer or roofer to carry out repairs.

How Much Will It Cost?

£360 – £1,017

National average estimate

Labour: £243 – £667 | Materials: £117 – £350

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How to Prevent This

Combine chimney work with any other high-level maintenance. Have the chimney inspected when scaffolding is already up for other work.