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Chimney survey in Gurnard, Isle of Wight
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching across Gurnard, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- A chimney out of line
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
About our chimney survey in Gurnard
Many homes have chimneys that are no longer used. A disused stack still needs looking after. 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. If you’re worried about flashings pulling away from the stack and bricks with flaking faces, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Gurnard may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Gurnard (PO31)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Somewhere as small as Gurnard, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What a chimney survey does not cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- What’s inside the brickwork or behind render, without opening up
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
Nearby places to Gurnard
Other services in Gurnard
Local roofs in Gurnard
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Gurnard, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and the whole island is open to sea air and wind. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Osborne House, about 2.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Gurnard. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Gurnard Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints' Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Gurnard is about 1 mile west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Wherever you are in Gurnard, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Gurnard is one of the towns and villages in the Isle of Wight where we work for chimney surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: PO31. If you need a chimney survey at a property on Cow Lane, The Avenue and Shore Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Cowes (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile south), Rew Street (1 mile south-west), Great Thorness (2 miles south-west) and Noke Common (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newport (4 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (11 miles south-east), Ventnor (12 miles south-east) and Oakfield (8 miles east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so let us know where you are as you book.
What’s near Gurnard
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cowes Enterprise College and The Portland Inn and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Gurnard includes Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Gurnard
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What we look for on each type of roof
Rendered stacks
A rendered stack can mask problems in the bricks below. We look for cracks, hollow areas and staining.
Flaunching
Flaunching takes the worst of the weather. We look for cracks, gaps around the pots and missing pieces.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Gurnard
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Gurnard?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Gurnard is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Gurnard?
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.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.