Do you remove chimney stacks in Ollerton?
Yes — full or partial removals are common across Ollerton. We re-tile or re-slate the gap and detail any remaining party-wall lead correctly for NG22 properties.
Nottinghamshire · NG22
Chimney Repairs & Lead Work in Ollerton
Chimneys and lead flashings are responsible for a huge share of the leaks we see across Ollerton. The combination of sheltered to the east by Sherwood Forest but very open from the west, so leading-edge tiles on west-facing slopes take a beating and ageing lime-mortar stacks means tree debris from surrounding woodland clogging gutters and moss build-up on north-facing concrete tile roofs comes up regularly on properties in NG22. We repoint, reflaunch, replace lead flashings and remove or rebuild stacks across an ex-mining town on the edge of Sherwood Forest with terraced ex-colliery housing in New Ollerton, an older village core at Old Ollerton and large modern estates pushing toward Boughton.
Local considerations for chimney repairs & lead work in Ollerton
- Familiarity with tree debris from surrounding woodland clogging gutters and moss build-up on north-facing concrete tile roofs — a recurring issue on chimneys across Ollerton and the Boughton, Edwinstowe area.
- Specifying the right mortar mix for older lime-bedded stacks rather than a hard modern cement on properties around NG22.
- Replacing patched lead flashings rather than adding more sealant year after year on properties around NG22.
- Checking the stack hasn't moved on its footing before re-bedding pots on properties around NG22.
What Ollerton homeowners typically need
- Mortar mixes that suit older stacks on post-war terraces along Whinney Lane, cottage-style properties in Old Ollerton, rather than a one-size-fits-all cement.
- Code-appropriate lead, dressed properly, not silicone-sealed as a quick fix.
- Photographs of the completed work — chimneys are the part of the roof homeowners can't easily inspect themselves.
Our process
- 1Close inspection of the stack — usually with scaffolding or a tower for safe access
- 2Quote covering repointing, flaunching renewal, lead flashing replacement and any cowl or pot work needed
- 3Careful raking-out of failed mortar and renewal using a mortar mix appropriate to the property age Familiar across Ollerton and Boughton, Edwinstowe.
- 4New code 4 or code 5 lead flashings dressed neatly into the brickwork or stone chase
- 5Final pot, cowl and cap detail, then photos of the completed stack for your records
Frequently asked questions about chimney repairs & lead work in Ollerton
How often does chimney pointing need redoing in Ollerton?
Well-pointed chimneys in Ollerton usually last 25+ years. Stacks exposed to driving westerly rain can fail sooner, especially on older terraces in NG22.
Can you sort lead work on listed Ollerton properties?
Yes — for listed and period properties in Ollerton, including those around Old Ollerton, we use code-appropriate lead and traditional dressing methods and respect any conditions set by Newark and Sherwood District Council.
How do I know if my Ollerton chimney needs work?
Tell-tale signs include damp staining on the chimney breast inside, missing lead flashing visible from the ground, and crumbling mortar joints between the bricks of the stack.
Can you replace cracked or missing chimney pots?
Yes — we replace and re-bed pots, fit cowls to stop birds and rain entering, and reflaunch around the base of the pot on stacks across Ollerton and Boughton, Edwinstowe.
Summary
BJB Roofing & Exteriors offers repointing, flaunching, flashing and lead work on chimneys and stone abutments across Ollerton and the surrounding NG22 area — including Boughton, Edwinstowe, Bilsthorpe. Every job starts with a free written quote and is backed by a workmanship guarantee.
Local landmarks: Sherwood Forest, the Major Oak and Rufford Abbey country park.
Need roofing work you can rely on?
Call BJB Roofing today for honest advice and a free, no-obligation quote.