Wargrave, Berkshire
Pointing in Wargrave
Pointing on Wargrave's period chimney stacks and masonry rooflines requires lime mortar — hard OPC cement on Georgian and Victorian brickwork causes brick spalling and is inappropriate for the building's age and construction. Legacy Roofing uses the correct lime-based mortars for Wargrave's older buildings.
Several Wargrave properties with lime-built chimney stacks have been partially repointed in hard cement by previous contractors — we address this by raking out the incompatible cement sections fully and repointing in a matching lime mix, which over time will correct the moisture-stress that the hard cement has been imposing on the brick.
For chimney pointing in Wargrave, call 07707460710.
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Pointing in Wargrave — FAQs
Crumbling, recessed, or hollow-sounding mortar joints are signs of failure. Damp patches on internal chimney breast walls often trace back to failed pointing on the external stack.
A lime-compatible softer mix is generally right for older brick — it allows movement without cracking into the brick face. We assess the substrate before selecting a mix.
For stacks above two storeys, scaffolding is necessary for safe and accurate access. We include this in the quote.
Pointing in Wargrave — get a free quote
Contact Legacy Roofing for a free, no-obligation quote. Based in Wokingham, covering Berkshire and London.