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Chimney Survey in Bosham
Get a clear view of the chimney stack at a property in Bosham. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Lifted or split lead flashings
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Bosham
Many homes have chimneys that are no longer used. Even when it is not used, a stack has to stay weathertight. If it has been capped without ventilation, damp can build up inside it. We check how redundant stacks have been capped and look for damp in the chimney breasts. The report sets out what we found and what we recommend. If you’ve noticed cracked or missing flaunching and bricks with flaking faces, we can find out what’s behind it, on lead flashings, chimney breasts and flaunching alike.
In a small place like Bosham, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report records the chimney stack as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Bosham (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Bosham: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Bosham?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Bosham listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What happens next?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
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The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Around Bosham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- We check every stack from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked and photographed.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft space.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Ask for ventilated caps on redundant stacks
- Don’t use a ladder to reach the stack yourself
- Have the flue swept and checked if you use the fire
- Use the report as a baseline for future checks
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Have aerial and dish brackets on the stack checked and taken off if they’re no longer needed. Less load on the stack means less strain in wind.
Why act early in Bosham
A loose pot or brick can fall from height. Finding them early means they can be dealt with before they come down by a roofer. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Bosham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why us?
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
When to book a survey in Bosham
Stacks that were used for open fires for many years can weaken from the inside. Flue gases and damp can break down the mortar, sometimes more on one side than the other, which can make a stack lean.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Worn or missing pointing
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
For an older house near a landmark such as The United Reformed Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What insurance they carry
- Will the report include photos?
Bosham homes and their roofs
Bosham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Warblington Castle, about 4.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bosham. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you look after a building such as Bosham Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you own a rental within reach of Bosham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Bosham is about 3 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We provide chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Bosham and nearby. Bosham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for chimney surveys. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Every address in PO18 is covered for chimney surveys. We offer chimney surveys to properties on High Street, Viking Way and Merryweather Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Bosham: Broadbridge (1 mile north-east), Chidham (1 mile west), Bosham Hoe (1 mile south), Nutbourne (2 miles north-west) and Fishbourne (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (8 miles east), Chichester (3 miles east), Selsey (7 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Bosham
In Bosham, that means homes and buildings near The Berkeley Arms Public House, among other places. Bosham’s nearest station is Bosham station, roughly 0.8 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Cathedral Treasury (3.2 miles east) and St Richard's Hospital (3.8 miles east). Open spaces near Bosham include Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
How we price chimney surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
To get a price for chimney surveys in Bosham, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.