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Ewhurst Green Chimney Survey
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching in Ewhurst Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Worn or missing pointing
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Rural addresses near Ewhurst Green 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.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Chimney survey in Ewhurst Green
A chimney survey looks at the stack and everything around it: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and the flashings at the roof line. Inside, we check chimney breasts and the stack in the loft where it’s safe to reach. The findings come in a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey single stacks on houses and groups of stacks on bigger buildings. We survey lead flashings, flaunching and brick chimney stacks, and people most often book us about damp patches on chimney breasts and flaunching that has broken away.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Ewhurst Green (GU6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Ewhurst Green
What else we do in Ewhurst Green
Chimney surveys in Ewhurst Green: local notes
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Ockley station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Take a building like Ewhurst CofE Aided Infant School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Ewhurst Green is about 7 miles north-west of Horsham, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Ewhurst Green, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Ewhurst Green is one of the places in Surrey where we work. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in GU6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer chimney surveys to properties on Plough Lane and The Green and the roads around them. Other places close to Ewhurst Green include Ewhurst (1 mile north-west), Mayes Green (1 mile east), Walliswood (2 miles south-east), Cranleigh (2 miles west) and Ellen's Green (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (9 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east), Redhill (13 miles north-east) and Reigate (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ewhurst Green
In Ewhurst Green, that means homes and buildings near Hurtwood House, Sayer's Croft LNR and Bulls Head pub. The closest station to Ewhurst Green is Ockley station, about 4.2 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Abinger Castle (4.1 miles north). Open spaces near Ewhurst Green include Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
Common questions in Ewhurst Green
How do I find out if my home in Ewhurst Green is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Ewhurst Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you survey a chimney stack we share with next door?
Yes. Shared stacks are common on terraced and semi-detached houses. We record the stack as far as we can see it and flag anything on the neighbour’s side.
How fast do I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
There are a few common causes: water getting in at the top, through the brickwork or at the flashings, or moisture trapped in a stack with no ventilation. Our survey checks each of these and records the likely cause.
Is a chimney survey the same as a flue inspection?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We check the structure and weathering of the stack and any damp, and we will say if anything suggests the flue needs checking.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you’re thinking of removing or reducing a stack, it helps to know its condition first. In a conservation area or on a listed building, changes may need permission from the council and the council can advise. In a small place like Ewhurst Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start 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.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Ewhurst Green
Lots of homes have redundant stacks. If a stack is capped or blocked without ventilation, moisture can build up inside. Damp patches can appear on chimney breasts even when nothing is leaking.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Bricks with flaking faces
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before you book anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roof by roof
Flaunching
The sloping mortar around the pots is called flaunching. Cracks in it let water into the stack.
Brick stacks
Frost can damage bricks that have soaked up water, making the faces flake away. Any spalling is noted with photos.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Make sure fixings on the stack are secure
- Keep track of stains on chimney breasts
- Look at the chimneys with binoculars after a storm
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
Many people use the report to get quotes for the work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare.
Look at your chimneys from ground level now and then, especially after strong winds. With binoculars, you can frequently see cracked flaunching or lifted lead.