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Bassett Chimney Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for chimney surveys in Bassett. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
- Worn or missing pointing
When to book a survey in Bassett
Removing a chimney breast inside can leave questions about how the stack is supported. We note what’s visible in the loft space and outside, and recommend a structural engineer where support is in question.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Worn or missing pointing
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Flaunching that has broken away
- Signs that a stack is leaning
If you let a flat or house near Swaythling station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Bassett
A chimney survey is about the outside of the stack and the roof around it. It is not a flue inspection, a chimney sweep or a gas safety inspection. For the flue itself, you will need a sweep or, for gas appliances, a Gas Safe registered engineer. We’ll tell you if we see anything that suggests they should take a look. Typical surveys look at unused flues sealed without airflow and gaps where the stack meets the roof, across chimney breasts, chimney pots and cowls and brick chimney stacks.
In a smaller place like Bassett, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
If any part of the chimney stack couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Bassett (SO16, SO17, SO15)
- Region
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Bassett
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Bassett?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Bassett is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Can a landlord with a rental near Swaythling station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. The written report follows by email.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Bassett
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
More services for Bassett
What a chimney survey looks like in Bassett
Bassett lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. With South Stoneham House about 1.5 miles east, Bassett sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Trees in and around Southampton Common shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Take an older house close to St Michael and All Angels Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Bassett is about 2 miles north-west of Southampton, in Southampton. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Bassett can all book chimney surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Southampton, we cover Bassett and the places around it.
We survey roofs across the SO16, SO17 and SO15 postcode area for chimney surveys. We cover properties on Burgess Road, Pointout Road and Chetwynd Road. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Highfield (1 mile south-east), Lordswood (1 mile west), Chilworth (1 mile north), Coxford (1 mile west) and Shirley (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Thornhill (4 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (3 miles east), Harefield (3 miles south-east), Itchen (3 miles south-east), Sholing (4 miles south-east) and Woolston (4 miles south-east).
What’s near Bassett
Around Bassett, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bellemoor pub, Southampton Common and Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton. For rail, the closest station is Swaythling station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Netley Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Foresters Museum & Archive (2.1 miles south). For a walk, there is Flexford Nature Reserve.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep track of stains on chimney breasts
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
- Ask for ventilated caps on redundant stacks
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
Where another specialist is needed, like a structural engineer or sweep, we explain why. That helps you brief them.
Look at your chimneys from the ground now and then, particularly after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot loose pots, missing mortar or lifted flashings.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Homes around Bassett often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You tell us whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- We look at the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used where lead would typically be. They tend to crack, so we look at them closely.
Brick stacks
Brick stacks rely on sound pointing to keep water out. The survey looks for crumbling bricks and worn or missing mortar.