Chimney Removal in Salisbury

We offer chimney removal in Salisbury for stacks you no longer use or that keep causing problems. We take the chimney down and make the roof watertight, so it stops costing you money.

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Why Remove an Unused Chimney?

An unused chimney still needs upkeep. The pots, mortar and flashing all wear out, and a neglected stack can leak or become unsafe. If you have no plans to use the fireplace, removing the chimney can end repeat repairs and take away a weak point in the roof.

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Removing the Stack Above the Roof

The most common job is taking the stack down to below roof level. We remove the pots and brickwork, cap the flue, fit new roof timbers where needed and tile over the gap to match the rest of the roof. From outside, it looks as if the chimney was never there.

Chimney Breast Removal Inside

Some people also want the chimney breast removed inside to gain space. This needs care, because the brickwork above may be holding weight. It must be properly supported, usually with steel beams or brackets, and building regulations approval is normally needed. We explain what your job involves before starting.

About us

Chimney removal is a job we have carried out on homes in Salisbury over our 20 years in roofing. We plan each removal carefully, protect your home while we work and leave the roof sound and weathertight. We carry full public liability insurance and are members of TrustATrader. Call us between 5am and 11pm to book a visit.

20 years working on Salisbury roofs
Full public liability insurance on every job
Members of TrustATrader
Open 5am to 11pm, seven days a week
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need permission to remove a chimney in Salisbury?

Taking down a chimney stack usually does not need planning permission, unless the house is listed or in a conservation area. Removing a chimney breast inside normally needs building regulations approval. If you share a chimney with a neighbour, you may also need a party wall agreement.

How long does chimney removal take in Salisbury?

Removing a chimney stack down to below roof level usually takes two to four days once scaffolding is up. That includes taking down the brickwork, capping the flue and tiling over the gap. Jobs that also remove a chimney breast inside take longer. We give you a timescale before starting.

What happens to the roof after chimney removal in Salisbury?

Once the stack is down, we fill the opening with new timbers, fit membrane and battens, then tile or slate over the gap to match the rest of your roof. Where possible we reuse the existing tiles or find matching ones, so the repair blends in.