Check pointing condition before winter
Freeze-thaw cycles are particularly hard on already-weakened mortar. Getting pointing checked and repaired before winter reduces the risk of it failing during the season's worst weather.
Secure or replace loose pots and cowls
Loose chimney pots or cowls are a genuine safety hazard in high winds, both for the chimney itself and for anything below.
Have leaning stacks assessed promptly
A chimney with any visible lean should be assessed before storm season, since high winds put considerably more lateral force on an already compromised structure.
Know the signs of a problem developing
Increased debris in the fireplace, new damp patches, or visible movement are all reasons to get a chimney checked before rather than after a storm.
Our team can carry out a pre-winter chimney check to catch problems before the weather does.