West Sussex · London and the South East
Coldwaltham Chimney Survey
We take a careful look at the chimney stack at your property in Coldwaltham, with photos and a written report.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
Chimney survey in Coldwaltham
Chimney stacks take more weather than almost any other part of a house. Over the years, the flaunching cracks, the pointing wears and flashings lift. That lets water into the brickwork, which can show up as damp on a chimney breast or in the loft space. We record what we find with photos and recommendations. If you’re worried about disused chimneys trapping moisture and frost-damaged brickwork on the stack, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on lead flashings, chimney pots and cowls and shared and party-wall stacks alike.
Some older homes in villages like Coldwaltham are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Coldwaltham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Coldwaltham
Some owners book because a chimney breast has been removed below and they want to know about the stack above. We record what we can see in the loft and outside, and recommend a structural engineer where support is in question.
We’re often asked to look at:
- A chimney out of line
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
If you own a rental within reach of Pulborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Questions from Coldwaltham
Can a landlord with a rental near Pulborough station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Coldwaltham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is a leaning chimney dangerous?
A leaning stack should be looked at. Our survey notes how it looks and the condition of the bricks and joints, and if it may be a structural issue, we recommend a structural engineer.
Our stack is shared. Can you still survey it?
Yes. We inspect whatever is safely visible and what you give us access to. Where a problem appears to be on next door’s side, we note it, so you can discuss it with them.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
What causes damp on a chimney breast?
Usually it is water getting in from outside, or condensation in a sealed stack. We check the stack, the flashings and how unused flues are capped, and record what we find.
Is a chimney survey the same as a flue inspection?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We look at the stack, pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, and damp inside and flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Coldwaltham
If you’re buying, find out about the stacks before you exchange. After that, any work is yours to arrange and pay for. A report gives you something specific to put to the seller. Around Coldwaltham, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why book with us
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Surveys seven days a week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older rural homes like those around Coldwaltham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- We look at the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- We note the brickwork, pointing and any sign of leaning.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
What a chimney survey looks like in Coldwaltham
Old Place Manor, about 2 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Coldwaltham. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Giles, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Take a building like St James' CofE Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Coldwaltham is about 9 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Coldwaltham is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Across West Sussex, we cover Coldwaltham and the places around it. There is also a page for Brighton.
We work across the RH20 postcode area for chimney surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as London Road, Old London Road and Silverdale, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Watersfield (1 mile south-west), Hardham (1 mile north-east), Lower Horncroft (1 mile north-west), Coates (2 miles north-west) and Fittleworth (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Around Coldwaltham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Labouring Man pub and Lodge Hill Residential Centre. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, about 1.8 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Amberley Museum (2.8 miles south) and Amberley Castle (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Towns and villages near Coldwaltham
What else we do in Coldwaltham
Prices for chimney surveys in Coldwaltham
To price your survey, we look at:
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
We will normally ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.