Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Dunton
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Dunton, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- A stack that appears to lean
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Dunton
Each stack is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there is access. A drone inspection is part of our Premium Survey where it applies. If we cannot see part of the stack, the report makes that clear. Each defect is recorded with a photo and a plain description. We survey brick chimney stacks, shared and party-wall stacks and chimney pots and cowls, and common reasons people get in touch are damp on a chimney breast inside and frost-damaged brickwork on the stack.
Somewhere as small as Dunton, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s typically 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.
- Place
- Dunton (MK18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Dunton
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords and agents in Dunton book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the chimney stack, with photographs.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Dunton, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What else we do in Dunton
Roof by roof
Rendered stacks
Water can get in through cracks and then struggle to dry out. We record any cracking and where it is.
Chimney pots and cowls
For unused flues, we check whether caps or cowls allow ventilation. Capping without ventilation can trap moisture.
Common roof problems in Dunton
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 is one reason stacks start to lean.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Bricks with flaking faces
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Martin, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How we price chimney surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Dunton
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. About 4.4 miles east lies Ascott House, a reminder of how long the area around Dunton has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Dunton is about 6 miles north of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Anywhere in Dunton, we can carry out chimney surveys at your property. Dunton is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work for chimney surveys. There’s also a page for Milton Keynes.
Surveys in MK18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Swanbourne (2 miles north-west), Mursley (3 miles north), Granborough (3 miles west), Winslow (4 miles north-west) and Little Horwood (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Aylesbury (6 miles south), Buckingham (10 miles north-west), Elmhurst (6 miles south), Southcourt (7 miles south), Princes Risborough (13 miles south) and Haydon Hill (6 miles south).
Near you in Dunton
Other landmarks nearby include Tindal Centre (6 miles south) and Bolbec Castle (2.5 miles south-west).
Your questions about chimney surveys in Dunton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Dunton?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Dunton in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Dunton is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How much is a survey?
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.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
Damp on a chimney breast usually means water is getting into the stack, or moisture is trapped inside it. The survey looks at the stack, the flashings and the capping, and record what we find.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Do you inspect the flue?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We check the stack, pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, and damp inside and flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Check with the council before altering a stack in a conservation area or on a listed building
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the pots, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings, and any damp we found inside. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Have aerial and dish brackets on the stack checked and taken off if they’re no longer needed. Removing unused fixings takes strain off the brickwork.