Dulwich Roofing · Homeowner guide
Protecting Dulwich Chimneys: Wind, Rain, and Flashing Repairs
Chimneys stand above the roof and are exposed on several faces. Wind and rain can reveal defects in masonry, pots, flaunching or leadwork. Protection depends on sound construction and appropriate repairs rather than coating the stack indiscriminately.
Inspect the exposed details
- Check for open joints, cracked masonry and loose components.
- Review the top weathering and the condition around pots.
- Assess flashing and hidden junctions at the roof line.
Where movement or instability is suspected, obtain appropriate structural advice before treating the issue as routine repointing.
Agree the limits of the repair
Chimney pointing, flashing and structural repairs are different scopes. Ask which parts have been assessed and which specialists may be needed. Shared stacks and working flues introduce additional considerations. Before proceeding, clarify access, protection below the work and how loose material will be handled. Completion photographs should show both the masonry and its junction with the roof.