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Chimney Survey in Etchingham
Chimney surveys in Etchingham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- A chimney out of line
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
Chimney surveys in Etchingham: local notes
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Bateman's, about 2.8 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Etchingham goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Nicholas and St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Etchingham station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Etchingham is about 11 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. We visit Etchingham as part of our work across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Across East Sussex, we cover Etchingham. There is also a page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of the TN19 postcode area for chimney surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on High Street, Oxenbridge Lane and Church Hill or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Etchingham, we cover Burgh Hill (1 mile north-east), Hurst Green (2 miles north-east), Silver Hill (2 miles east), Cooper's Corner (2 miles north-east) and Ticehurst (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south-east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
Around Etchingham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Robertsbridge Community College. There’s a railway station in Etchingham itself: Etchingham station. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
How a chimney survey works in Etchingham
A chimney survey looks at the stack and everything around it: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and the flashings at the roof line. We also look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. It suits a single stack on a house as well as several on a larger building. Common reasons to book are damaged chimney pots and cowls and unused flues sealed without airflow, on lead flashings, brick chimney stacks and chimney pots and cowls.
Some older homes in villages like Etchingham 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Etchingham (TN19)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Etchingham, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First you let us know about the chimneys, any damp on the chimney breasts and any worries.
- The stacks are looked at from ground level, from windows and from other safe vantage points.
- Every part we can see is checked: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and flashings.
- Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there’s safe access.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What we are asked to look at in Etchingham
Aerials and dishes are often fixed to stacks. The extra load in wind can work bricks and joints loose. We check fixings on the stack as part of the survey.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Signs that a stack is leaning
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
Anyone responsible for a site like Etchingham 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.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
To get a price for chimney surveys in Etchingham, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Etchingham
How do I find out if my home in Etchingham is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can a landlord with a rental near Etchingham station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
What causes damp on a chimney breast?
It can come from several places: water getting in at the top, through the brickwork or at the flashings, or moisture trapped in a stack with no ventilation. We look at each one and note the most likely cause.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Etchingham?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Nearby places to Etchingham
Other services in Etchingham
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Some older stacks have mortar fillets instead of lead. They tend to crack, so we look at them closely.
Brick stacks
Brick stacks rely on sound pointing to keep water out. The survey looks for crumbling bricks and worn or missing mortar.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Etchingham
A leaning stack should be looked at sooner rather than later. We record its condition and recommend a structural engineer where needed, so you can decide what to do next. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Etchingham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Etchingham
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What we cannot see
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
- Areas we can’t view from safe positions
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts