We hope you’re enjoying this spectacular summer here in the UK. For a construction company like Henry and Eds we like to take advantage of the good weather when we get it. Summer for a London building company means undertaking full external renovations; this is the time of the year to get the best results for your property with the dry weather aiding in attaining the highest of quality finishes.

We proudly present our latest work in the very heart of West London’s Chelsea. During the last six weeks we have carried out a complete restoration of the front, rear and roofs of two buildings in Kensington’s most desirable postcode. With careful planning and organisation, the WLP team, managed by Henry, have delivered a stunning finish on two properties in desperate need of a makeover.

The transformation at the front of the property is just as striking. A close-up view of the bay window reveals the ornate mouldings above now crisp, clean, and newly restored to highlight the character of the façade. With full scaffolding carefully set up across the building’s frontage, the team meticulously repaired damaged masonry, treated weathered detailing, and applied breathable white masonry paint to revive the home’s appearance. These elements, often lost beneath layers of peeling paint and urban grime, now stand proud once more showing how attention to detail and precision craftsmanship can bring out the best in a heritage Chelsea residence.

The timing of the two projects was diligently managed to tackle both properties at once. At the rear of one of the buildings was a full side return extension which made erecting scaffolding very difficult; we opted to use Henry’s rope access skills to work from fixed ropes and abseiled down the back of the building to each window and painstakingly repaired and repainted them.

One of the buildings had not had any major works carried out on it for nearly 40 years. In order to save as much of the exterior of the property as possible a full survey of the fabric of the wood work and masonry was required. With patience, planning, restoration and a lot of hard work the team piece by piece put the fabric of the building back together. Many of the window sills were rotten, a lot of the masonry was cracked and letting in water, all of the masonry paint was peeling off and bubbling and many of the flashings and pipe work needed replacing during the project.

With the scaffolding challenge at the rear overcome by Henry’s rope access expertise, the transformation was nothing short of remarkable. Once dulled by decades of dirt, failed paintwork, and visible cracks, the four-storey elevation now gleams with bright, breathable white masonry paint applied with meticulous care, window by window. Each timber sill was rebuilt and restored, damaged pipework replaced, and the original detailing of the façade brought back to life. Working from fixed ropes allowed for a close, hands-on approach, resulting in a superior finish and full coverage without the disruption of traditional scaffolding. This rope access restoration not only preserved the building’s character it delivered the kind of clean, precise result WLP is proud to offer across every renovation in West London.

If your property is showing signs of exterior wear, this is the perfect time to take a closer look. Many of the issues we encountered on the Chelsea buildings were typical of West London’s period homes. Issues are easy to miss if you’re unsure what you’re looking for. Here’s what to search for, and how WLP can help resolve it:

• Peeling or Bubbling Paint

  
  Often a sign that moisture has penetrated behind the surface.
  WLP restores façades using breathable, weatherproof masonry paints designed for heritage buildings.

• Hairline Cracks in Render or Brickwork

  
  Small settlement cracks that may widen over time.
  Our team surveys and repairs render using lime-based systems suitable for older masonry.

• Black Streaks, Moss or Algae Growth

  
  Indicates excess moisture and inadequate drainage or ventilation.
  We assess and clean façades, then address underlying water flow or drainage issues.

• Rotting or Soft Window Sills and Mouldings

  
  Timber decay that compromises both structure and finish.
  WLP replaces joinery using pressure-treated timber and heritage-style detailing.

• Sticky or Jammed Sash Windows

  
  Often caused by frame swelling or distortion from moisture.
  WLP restores function through joinery adjustments or full timber replacements when needed.

• Cracked Pointing or Loose Mortar

  
  Failed joints can allow water ingress and destabilise brickwork.
  Our team repoints using breathable lime mortar to maintain structural integrity and water resistance.

• Blocked or Misaligned Gutters

  
  Overflowing drainage causes staining and long-term damage.
  WLP clears, repairs and realigns gutter systems for proper water flow away from the property.

• Loose Flashings or Pipework Seals

  
  Vulnerable junctions let water in where it shouldn’t.
  We refit or replace roof flashings and seals to restore full weatherproofing.

• Breathability: Lime allows moisture to evaporate through the wall, preventing trapped damp. Cement traps moisture, which can lead to mould, decay, and structural damage.
• Flexibility: Lime mortars and renders accommodate slight movement in older buildings, reducing cracking over time.
• Compatibility: Lime is chemically and physically compatible with historic materials like brick, stone, and timber — unlike modern cement which can cause long-term damage.
• Self-healing: Lime has mild autogenous healing properties — it can slowly re-seal hairline cracks by reabsorbing and redepositing lime.
• Eco-friendly: Lime absorbs CO₂ during curing, making it a lower-carbon alternative to cement.

For homes with limited rear or upper elevation access, WLP also offers rope-access repairs, giving us full reach without bulky scaffolding or disruption to neighbours.

Whether your property needs minor exterior maintenance or a full restoration, Wrigley Landon Properties can help. Our work is tailored to each home’s needs, combining craftsmanship with smart planning and always delivered with care.