East Sussex · BN1, BN2, BN3
Chimney Repairs in Brighton and Hove
Chimney repairs and repointing cover renewing worn or missing mortar joints on a chimney stack, repairing or replacing the flashing where the chimney meets the roof, and — where a chimney is no longer needed or beyond economical repair — its safe removal or capping.
In Brighton and Hove, that covers Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade. Brighton and Hove is known for its Regency architecture, extensive Victorian terraced housing, and later 20th-century development, all within a compact coastal city where many properties are in conservation areas and a significant number are listed.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Brighton and Hove for chimney repairs
Property styles in Brighton and Hove
Regency squares and terraces are concentrated around Brunswick, Kemp Town and the seafront, with dense Victorian terraced housing across much of the wider city, and later suburban housing further from the centre. Basement conversions, loft conversions and rear extensions are common project types on the terraced stock, subject to conservation area and party wall considerations.
Planning considerations
Brighton & Hove City Council is the local planning authority. The city has one of the highest concentrations of conservation areas of any local authority in the South East, and many properties are listed, particularly in the Regency squares. Basement work also requires careful consideration of structural and drainage issues in a dense urban setting.
How it works
Our chimney repairs process
- 01
Survey
Inspecting the stack, mortar condition, flashing and pots, usually from ground level, ladder or drone survey.
- 02
Specification
Agreeing repointing, flashing renewal, partial rebuild or removal, and scaffold or access requirements.
- 03
Access
Arranging scaffolding or tower access appropriate to the chimney's height and position.
- 04
Works
Carrying out the agreed repair — repointing, new lead flashing, rebuild or removal — with the roof kept weathertight throughout.
Also in this area
Other services we provide in Brighton and Hove
Nearby coverage
Chimney Repairs in nearby areas
Need help right now?
Before booking a site visit, get an instant answer for £4.99 — Ask an Expert in Brighton and Hove.
FAQs
Chimney Repairs in Brighton and Hove: FAQs
Do you provide chimney repairs across all of Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we cover the BN1, BN2 and BN3 postcode areas in full, including Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade.
How do I know if my chimney needs repointing or a full rebuild?
Eroded or missing mortar with the brickwork itself still sound usually just needs repointing. Leaning stacks, loose or crumbling bricks, or significant structural movement point toward partial rebuild. We advise honestly on which applies after a survey rather than defaulting to the larger job.
Is a chimney leak usually the brickwork or the flashing?
Flashing failure — the lead junction where the chimney meets the roof covering — is the more common cause of leaks around a chimney, rather than the brickwork itself. We check both during survey since the fix and cost differ significantly.
Can I extend a listed Regency property in Brighton?
Alterations to listed buildings require listed building consent in addition to any planning permission, and the historic character of Regency terraces means proposals are considered carefully. We assess feasibility on a case-by-case basis.
Get a quote for chimney repairs in Brighton and Hove
Tell us about the property and what you have in mind, and we'll arrange a site visit.
Last reviewed 2026-07-28.