The Yorkshire Lime Company Ltd

About The Yorkshire Lime Company Ltd

Yorkshires Heritage and Listed Building Specialists

We are professional craftsmen who specialize in working on heritage and listed buildings across Yorkshire. We follow the S.P.A.B approach to all repair work, which means we only carry out repairs that are absolutely necessary using materials that are like-for-like and have the relevant skill set to complete the work to the highest standard. We are very passionate about what we do, and we believe this passion is evident in all the services we offer.

Conservation Studies

Nigel, a research associate of the department of archaeology at York University, regularly provides training on hot mixed earth and lime mortars and traditional skills. He also leads the practical skills module for MA conservation studies.

When people think about preserving a historic building, they often focus on maintaining its appearance. While this is important, it is just one aspect of preserving a historic building. To ensure that a historic building can continue to be used for its intended purpose, it is also necessary to maintain its functionality.

One method of doing this is by using hot lime mortar in traditional construction. This type of mortar has been used for centuries and has proven to be an effective way to preserve historic buildings. Hot lime mortar helps prevent water damage, provides better support for load-bearing walls, and creates a stronger bond between bricks and stones. Therefore, it is an essential part of preserving any historic building.

At The Yorkshire Lime Company, we specialize in traditional masonry structure repairs and hot lime mortar pointing. We also offer assessment and consultation services for owners of traditional and listed buildings across Yorkshire. With our wealth of experience in working with historic buildings, our team of skilled craftsmen can carry out repairs to a high standard. We take pride in our attention to detail and are committed to providing a professional service tailored to our clients specific needs. If you would like to learn more about our services or arrange an assessment, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Our Services

Masonry Conservation

We repair historic monuments and listed buildings across Yorkshire using traditional materials and techniques to ensure high-quality work.

Lintel Installation

We install supporting lintels in traditional masonry structures using hot lime mortar across Yorkshire.

Traditional Skills Training

We offer training in the craft of hot lime pointing, replicating the existing lime mortar within the building using quicklime, locally sourced aggregates, and pozzolans when necessary.

Building Restoration

We maintain and repair traditional buildings, offering services such as lime washing, lime beading, lime pointing, lime torching, lime plastering, limecrete, brick replacement, masonry surface repairs, and window alterations.

Traditional Masonry Repair

We specialize in the maintenance and repair of traditional masonry structures across Yorkshire, using historic lime-based mortars, including masonry surface repairs.

Render Removal

We provide professional building conservation services across Yorkshire, including experienced mortar analysis and specification, listed building consultations, basic masonry assessments, and telephone advice.

Chimney Repairs

We repair and maintain traditional chimney structures using traditional lime mortar, offering services such as pointing, flaunching, masonry repairs, and repotting.

Heritage Brickwork

We undertake brick and stone masonry repairs for heritage buildings across Yorkshire.