Chester-le-Street is about five miles from our Craghead unit. We carry out shot blasting in Chester-le-Street for homeowners, landlords and local businesses, from the streets around Front Street out to Pelton, Sacriston and Great Lumley.
The town’s housing is a real mix. There are Victorian and Edwardian terraces near the centre, 1930s semis, post-war estates and newer builds on the outskirts. Each needs a slightly different approach.
Shot blasting in Chester-le-Street to remove painted brick
Painted brick is one of the most common jobs we see. Masonry paint that looked smart twenty years ago often ends up flaking and patchy, and it traps moisture in the wall. Blasting removes it and brings back the original brick, which can then be left natural or re-pointed.
We match the abrasive to the brick. Softer, older bricks get a finer media at lower pressure, so the face of the brick stays intact. If you’re unsure what your walls are made of, we’ll take a look and advise.
Fireplaces, beams and interior brick
Exposed brick chimney breasts and restored cast iron fireplaces are popular in the town’s older houses. We blast them indoors, sheeting up the room and containing the dust. One customer said the “dust and mess was contained and cleaned up”, which is exactly how it should be.
Gates, railings and garden furniture
Cast iron garden furniture, wrought iron gates and railings come up like new once the rust and old paint are gone. We blast them back to bare metal, then prime and paint. Smaller pieces can come to our unit, or we can work on site.
We also carry out shot blasting in Chester-le-Street for local firms and farms: trailers, plant and steelwork, plus commercial cleaning for car parks and building fronts. For heritage stone, see our sandblasting service.
Nearby areas we also cover
Chester-le-Street sits between our base and Washington, Durham and Gateshead. We regularly work in Ouston, Pelton Fell, Waldridge, Kimblesworth and Bournmoor too.
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove masonry paint from a brick house in Chester-le-Street?
Yes. This is one of our most common jobs. We use a gentle abrasive suited to the brick so the face is not damaged, and we sheet up to protect windows and doors.
Will my house need re-pointing after blasting?
Sometimes. Blasting can expose mortar that was already failing under the paint. We will tell you honestly if re-pointing is needed, and our sister company can carry it out.
Do you cover Pelton, Sacriston and Great Lumley?
Yes, along with Ouston, Waldridge, Kimblesworth, Plawsworth, Bournmoor and the rest of the Chester-le-Street area.
How much does shot blasting in Chester-le-Street cost?
Each job is priced individually depending on size, surface and access. A photo and rough measurements are usually enough for a free quote.
Planning a job in Chester-le-Street?
Send us a photo of the wall, fireplace or gates and we’ll give you a free quote.
Get a free quoteCall 01207 234840