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Chimney survey in Charlton, Hampshire
Need a chimney survey in Charlton? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Lifted or split lead flashings
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check that disused chimneys can still breathe
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Photograph damp patches with the date
With a shared stack, the report can help when talking to next door. The photos show the problem and which side it’s on from the viewpoints we used.
Check redundant flues are capped with ventilation. Ventilation helps keep the stack dry.
Chimney survey in Charlton: what you get
Each stack is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there’s access. A drone inspection is part of our Premium Survey where it applies. If we can’t see part of the stack, the report makes that clear. Each defect is recorded with a photo and a plain description. If you’re worried about bricks with flaking faces and gaps where the stack meets the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Charlton, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we cannot see part of the chimney stack, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Charlton (SP10)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Charlton
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Harrow Way Community School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Take an older house close to St Thomas: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Andover station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Charlton is about 1 mile north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Charlton, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Hampshire, we cover Charlton. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: SP10. Streets in the area include Dacre Close, Home Farm Gardens and Augustine Way, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Foxcotte (1 mile north-west), Penton Mewsey (1 mile west), Penton Corner (1 mile west), Penton Grafton (1 mile west) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles south-east), Hyde (13 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east), Stanmore (14 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (6 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Charlton
Around Charlton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Portway Infant School, among other places. Charlton’s nearest station is Andover station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.5 miles south-east) and Andover Museum (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Nearby places to Charlton
What else we do in Charlton
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Parts of the stack that can’t be seen safely or belong to a neighbour we can’t access
- Structural calculations for a leaning stack
- Whether the flue is safe to use
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Charlton
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Flaunching
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Lead flashings
Roof by roof
Brick stacks
Spalled bricks, where the face has flaked off, are a sign of water and frost. We record any we can see.
Chimney breasts and the loft
If a chimney breast has been removed below, we note what we can see of the support above. A structural engineer should confirm whether it’s adequate.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Cottages and farmhouses around Charlton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- 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.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Charlton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Charlton?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can a landlord with a rental near Andover station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What should I do with a chimney I don’t use?
It depends on its condition and your plans. The survey shows its condition and how it’s been capped. In a conservation area or on a listed building, changes may need consent.
Do you need to go on the roof to check the chimney?
Each stack is viewed from the safest viewpoints: from the ground, windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there’s access. Our Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable. If part of a stack cannot be seen, the report says so.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report follows by email.
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.