Hampshire · London and the South East
Braishfield Chimney Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for chimney surveys in Braishfield. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Flaunching that has broken away
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords and letting agents in Braishfield book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the chimney stack, useful for planning maintenance.
Chimney survey in Braishfield: what you get
Many homes have chimneys that are no longer used. Even when it isn’t 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. Typical surveys look at damp patches on chimney breasts and flaunching that has broken away, on shared and party-wall stacks, chimney breasts and flaunching.
In a small place like Braishfield, 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Braishfield (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Braishfield
Other services in Braishfield
Why get it checked now?
Most people never get a careful look at their chimney stacks. Defects tend to go unseen until there’s a stain. A survey gives you a clear picture before that happens. Older cottages and farmhouses around Braishfield can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
All our prices include VAT. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need a chimney survey in Braishfield?
Lots of homes have redundant stacks. A stack sealed without ventilation can trap damp. Damp patches can appear on chimney breasts even when nothing is leaking.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Signs that a stack is leaning
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Flaunching that has broken away
Take a building like Braishfield Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Braishfield, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- We check the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What a chimney survey looks like in Braishfield
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. With Mottisfont Abbey about 3.3 miles north-west, Braishfield sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Romsey station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Braishfield is about 2 miles north of Romsey, in Hampshire. We visit Braishfield as part of our work across Hampshire. Braishfield is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Every address in SO51 is within our area for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer chimney surveys to properties on Braishfield Road, Common Hill Road and Newport Lane. Other places close to Braishfield include Belbins (1 mile south-west), Lower Slackstead (1 mile east), Abbotswood (1 mile south-west), Crampmoor (1 mile south) and Gosport (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (7 miles east), Eastleigh (6 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (7 miles south), Chandler's Ford (4 miles south-east) and Hedge End (10 miles south-east).
Around Braishfield
We work in homes and buildings around The Romsey School and The Wheatsheaf pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Romsey station, roughly 2.4 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include King Johns House (2.7 miles south-west) and Romsey Community Hospital (2.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
What a chimney survey doesn’t cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s inside the brickwork or behind render, without opening up
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
- Flue inspections or sweeping
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney breasts
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
Braishfield: your questions answered
Is Braishfield within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Romsey station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Braishfield?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
How can you see the top of the stack?
We look from ground level, from windows and from the loft where it’s safe. A drone inspection is part of the Premium Survey where applicable. Any area we couldn’t view is noted.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.