Masonry & Structural Repair for Traditional & Listed Buildings
Thatch • Lime • Stone — Professionally Restored
Historic and period buildings require specialist care, materials and techniques to ensure any repairs remain structurally sound and visually compatible. At Ellidel, we provide expert masonry and structural repair services across Dorset and Hampshire, using traditional methods that respect the character and long-term health of older buildings.
Our craftsmen work with regional stone, lime mortars and breathable materials to achieve repairs that blend seamlessly with the original structure.
Our Masonry Expertise
Stonework Repairs & Rebuilds
We repair and rebuild stonework using hand-selected stone and traditional tools. All work is completed with a deep respect for the building’s historical integrity.
Flint Work (Knapped & Unknapped)
We carry out traditional flint repairs and full sections of new flint walling, matching local style, colour and texture found throughout Dorset and Hampshire.
Cob Repair & Conservation
Cob structures require specialist attention. We use natural earth-lime mixes to repair, stabilise and maintain cob walls, protecting them from moisture and structural movement.
Lime Pointing with Local Aggregates
Our lime pointing uses breathable, regionally matched aggregates for long-lasting compatibility with historic walls. This prevents damp issues and ensures the building can expand and contract naturally.
Structural Stabilisation
We undertake sympathetic structural works, including:
Wall tie installation
Crack stitching
Underpinning (when appropriate)
Movement stabilisation
Consolidation of weakened masonry
Aggregate & Mortar Matching
To ensure repairs blend invisibly, we precisely match:
Sand and aggregate colour
Lime content
Texture and finish
Historic mortar composition
Every repair is guided by conservation best practice and a commitment to preserving the original building fabric.
Why Choose Ellidel?
Experienced heritage masons
Conservation-minded approach
Traditional materials only (no cement in historic walls)
Dorset and Hampshire coverage
Detailed assessments and honest advice
If you require stone, flint, cob or structural repairs to a historic building, we would be pleased to help.
Helpful tips for homeowners:
- Avoid using standard Portland cement on historic walls – it’s often too rigid and traps moisture.
- Check for signs of salt staining or rising damp on heritage masonry – this may mean pointing has blocked the wall from drying.
- When choosing a mason, ask about which lime and aggregates they will use, and whether they match local stone.
- For listed buildings you may need consultation with your local conservation officer — repairing masonry incorrectly can later cost far more.
- Photographic records of “before” conditions help both you and future owners to understand the building’s history.
Why it matters in Dorset and Hampshire:
Dorset alone has more than 12,850 listed buildings and around 190 conservation areas. dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Many vernacular houses use local stone, flint and cob — meaning traditional repair methods are essential.
What Clients Say
Amanda Richardson
I wholeheartedly recommend Nathan of Ellidel. I've worked with him before and wanted to secure him for this new build job. He works skillfully with attention to detail. He's worth waiting for!
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If you are planning repairs or restoration work to a period or listed property in Dorset or Hampshire, we’d be happy to help.
Call us today for a friendly, no obligation chat about your project.