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Leaking Chimney Stack, Stained Ceilings, Persistent Damp: How Proofterior Stopped Water Ingress in Southampton.
Discover how Proofterior solved chimney leaks, stained ceilings, and persistent damp in a Southampton property with safe chimney stack removal, water ingress control, and targeted damp proofing.
The Problem: Damp and Water Ingress from a Failed Chimney.
A homeowner in Southampton reported recurring damp patches, salty staining, and peeling paint around the chimney breast. Our damp survey confirmed water ingress tracking through a weathered chimney stack and fatigued flashings. Moisture readings were elevated on the party wall and ceiling line, and salts suggested long-term exposure to driven rain. The brief was clear, stop the leak, complete targeted damp proofing, and make the property good again. If you searched for Southhampton damp proofing, you are in the right place.
Scaffolding, Safe Chimney Stack Removal, and Roof Repairs.
We planned controlled chimney stack removal to roof level, replacement of defective lead, new breathable underlay, and correctly dressed flashings. Inside the property we opened affected areas, removed salt-laden plaster where required, and carried out targeted repairs and proofing around the chimney zone. We partnered with Uptop Roofing for professional scaffold so we could drop the chimney on the roof safely and protect the tiles. Once the scaffold was in place, our team completed a controlled chimney stack removal, stripped defective leadwork, and reinstated sound roof coverings with new breathable underlay and correctly dressed flashings.
Internal protection and optional ISO-THERM upgrade
Internally we opened up damp areas, treated affected plaster, and completed targeted damp proofing to protect the chimney breast zone. Where the external wall remained cold after removal, we proposed isotherm thin internal wall insulation as an option to lift surface temperature and reduce future condensation risk. The package focused on water ingress control at source, then neat reinstatement inside and out
The result: dry readings, clean finish, and a warmer room.
Post-works moisture readings dropped into the normal range and the ceiling stain did not return after heavy rain. The roofline is now weather-tight, the room feels warmer, and the chimney breast is ready for redecorating. The client received a fixed written report with before and after photos, our guarantee on workmanship, and simple aftercare.
“Leaks around the chimney are gone, ceilings are clean, and the house feels warmer. Friendly crew, respectful in our home, and a clear report with photos that proved the fix.”
This verified review is one of hundreds that show our consistent results and client-first approach.
What We Did For This Home, We Can Do For Yours
If you’re worried about damp, mould, or timber decay, don’t wait until it’s too late. Book your free damp survey with Proofterior today and see how we can protect your property with expert damp proofing, repairs, and refurbishment.