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Chimney survey in East Cholderton, Hampshire
Chimney surveys in East Cholderton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Mortar washing out of the joints
Chimney survey in East Cholderton
Redundant chimneys are common, especially where fires have been replaced by central heating. Even when it is not used, a stack has to stay weathertight. Capping a stack without ventilation can trap moisture and lead to damp inside. 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. We are frequently asked to look into pots or cowls that look unsafe and staining on walls around the chimney, across shared and party-wall stacks, brick chimney stacks and chimney breasts.
In a small place like East Cholderton, 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 frequently where weather gets in first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- East Cholderton (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for chimney surveys in East Cholderton
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
East Cholderton: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Cholderton?
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.
I let a flat near Grateley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you inspect the flue?
No. It isn’t a flue, sweep or gas safety inspection. We look at the stack, pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, and damp inside, and we’ll say if anything suggests the flue needs checking.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
What does a roof survey cost?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near East Cholderton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- We note the brickwork, pointing and any sign of leaning.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets in another room
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
For a price for chimney surveys in East Cholderton, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
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What a chimney survey looks like in East Cholderton
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. An older home may be listed, or stand 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Amport Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For landlords with property near Grateley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
East Cholderton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in East Cholderton as part of our work across London and South East England. East Cholderton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for chimney surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SP11 is within our area for chimney surveys. We also cover Mullenspond (1 mile north), Thruxton (1 mile north-west), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (4 miles east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Around East Cholderton
Around East Cholderton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Horse Inn. The nearest railway station is Grateley station, about 3.2 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles east). For a walk, there’s Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Brick stacks
Older brick stacks frequently have soft lime mortar. We note where repairs should match the original mortar.
Rendered stacks
Cracked render can let water in and trap it behind. Cracks are photographed and noted.
Why get it checked now?
Most people never get a close look at their chimney stacks. Problems often go unnoticed until damp appears inside. A survey gives you a clear picture before that happens. Older and listed buildings around East Cholderton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Package prices that include VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the chimney stack, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.