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Chimney survey in Gallows Corner, Greater London
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Gallows Corner, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
Chimney survey in Gallows Corner
Many homes have chimneys that are no longer used. 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. Our survey looks at how each unused stack has been capped and checks the breasts for damp. You get photos of each stack and our recommendations. If you are worried about flaunching that has broken away and unused flues sealed without airflow, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, frequently with slate roofs, chimney stacks shared with neighbours and gutters hidden behind parapets. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. Homes in Gallows Corner are no exception. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Gallows Corner (RM3, RM2, RM11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gallows Corner homes and their roofs
Hare Hall, about 0.5 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Gallows Corner. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. If your home in Gallows Corner is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
The streets around a church like St Michael and All Angels Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Take a building like Royal Liberty School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For landlords with property near Gidea Park station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Gallows Corner is about 2 miles north-east of Romford, in Greater London. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Gallows Corner can all book chimney surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Greater London. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of RM3, RM2 and RM11 for chimney surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Ewan Road, Briar Road and Bell Avenue. We also cover Gidea Park (1 mile west), Ardleigh Green (1 mile south), Harold Wood (1 mile east), Heath Park (1 mile south) and Emerson Park (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns like London (15 miles south-west), St Pancras (15 miles west), Shoreditch (13 miles west), Walthamstow (10 miles west), Hoxton (13 miles west) and Whitechapel (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Gallows Corner
Typical jobs here are in homes near Havering College of Further and Higher Education, Ardleigh Green Junior School and Raphael Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Gidea Park station, roughly 0.8 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (2.6 miles south-east) and Harold Wood Hospital (0.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Bedfords Park.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
- Note any damp on chimney breasts and when it appears
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- File photos of the stacks with your home records
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer or builder. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so it is easy to follow.
Check your stacks from the street or garden after a storm. With binoculars, you can often see cracked flaunching or lifted lead.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Whether the flue is safe to use
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Gallows Corner
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Shared and party-wall stacks
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a visit in Gallows Corner, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at everything that’s safely in view from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- Each stack is inspected from safe positions outside.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the roof space.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Gallows Corner questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Gidea Park station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Gallows Corner?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How do I arrange a chimney survey in Gallows Corner?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when you book.
What does a chimney survey cover?
We check the pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings. Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
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What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
Chimney survey starts 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.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney pots and cowls
Each pot is bedded into the flaunching, often with a cowl or cap on top. We check that they look secure and undamaged.
Brick stacks
Brick stacks rely on sound pointing to keep water out. We check the bricks for spalling and the joints for erosion.