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Chimney survey in Edney Common, Essex
Wondering about the chimney stack at a property in Edney Common? You can book a chimney survey in Edney Common and across Essex, with plain-English findings.
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Worn or missing pointing
Why get it checked now?
If a stack seems to lean, do not leave it. Our survey records it and says when a structural engineer should look at it, so you can decide what to do next. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book us in Edney Common
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent look at the roof
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
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Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Edney Common
A leaning chimney stack is worth having looked at. A stack may lean because the mortar on one side has weakened, which can happen over many years of use. The survey notes how the stack looks, how far it seems to lean and the state of the bricks and joints. If the stack looks like a structural issue, the report recommends a structural engineer. Common reasons to book are unused flues sealed without airflow and damaged chimney pots and cowls, on flaunching, brick chimney stacks and shared and party-wall stacks.
In a small place like Edney Common, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Edney Common (CM1)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Some older stacks have mortar fillets instead of lead. They tend to crack, so we check them closely.
Rendered stacks
What’s behind the render cannot be seen without removing some, so the report says what can and cannot be judged.
Common roof problems in Edney Common
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.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- A stack that appears to lean
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Highwood 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
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What exactly goes into their report
- What the survey won’t cover
- When you will get the report
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Places near Edney Common
What else we do in Edney Common
FAQs for Edney Common
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Edney Common?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Edney Common within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Will you check the chimney is safe to use with a fire?
No. Our survey covers the outside of the stack and the roof around it. The flue should be checked by a sweep, or by a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
Typically 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 records the likely cause.
Edney Common homes and their roofs
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Edney Common has a long history of building, with Hylands about 2 miles east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For businesses in and around places like Bond Street Chelmsford, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. For landlords with property near Ingatestone station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Edney Common is about 4 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Edney Common, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small.
Chimney surveys in CM1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Woodland Way, Highwood Road and Nathan's Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Loves Green (1 mile west), Newney Green (2 miles north), Radley Green (2 miles west), Roxwell (2 miles north) and Boyton Cross (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (4 miles east), Basildon (10 miles south), Braintree (14 miles north-east), Harlow (12 miles west), Brentwood (7 miles south-west) and Maldon (13 miles east).
Around Edney Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Green Man Public House and Hylands School. For rail, the closest station is Ingatestone station, about 3.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chelmsford and Essex Hospital (2.9 miles east) and Bond Street Chelmsford (3.9 miles east).
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Somewhere as small as Edney Common, access is often the only tricky part. 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 how many stacks there are and any damp or problems you’ve noticed.
- Each chimney is viewed from wherever it can be seen safely.
- The pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the stack in the loft and the chimney breasts for damp.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects found and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.