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Heath Common Chimney Survey
Chimney surveys across Heath Common, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Flaunching that has broken away
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
Roof by roof
Chimney pots and cowls
On redundant flues, we check how the pots are capped. Poor capping can lead to damp inside the stack.
Rendered stacks
We cannot see the bricks behind render without it being opened up, so the report says what can and cannot be judged.
About our chimney survey in Heath Common
Each stack is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there is access. With our Premium Survey, a drone inspection is included where it applies. Where part of a stack can’t be seen, the report says so. Every defect we find is photographed and described in plain words. We survey flaunching, brick chimney stacks and chimney breasts, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked or missing flaunching and a stack that appears to lean.
Some older homes in villages like Heath Common 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 written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Heath Common (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Heath Common property owners
Getting the most from a chimney survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Have brackets on the chimney checked
- Keep the report to compare against at the next survey
- Check unused flues are capped with ventilation
- Check with the council before altering a stack in a conservation area or on a listed building
You get the report by email and can pass it to whoever does the work. We use plain English and a photo for each defect, so it’s easy to follow.
Have aerial and dish brackets on the stack checked, and moved if they’re working it loose. Less load on the stack means less strain in wind.
What we can’t see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Conditions inside walls
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Flaunching
Prices for chimney surveys in Heath Common
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a chimney survey looks like in Heath Common
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Historic houses such as Parham House, about 3.1 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Heath Common goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of the Holy Sepulchre: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Thakeham Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Heath Common is about 1 mile east of Storrington, in West Sussex. Heath Common gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Heath Common is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in RH20 is within our area for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a chimney survey at a property on Rock Road, Hampers Lane and Bracken Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Abingworth (1 mile north-west), Rock (1 mile south-east), Warminghurst (1 mile north-east), Storrington (1 mile west) and Sullington (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (9 miles south-west).
Around Heath Common
We work in homes and buildings around Rydon Community College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 4.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (1.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Heath Common include Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. Somewhere as small as Heath Common, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What else we do in Heath Common
Do you need a chimney survey in Heath Common?
A stack takes the weather from every direction. Frost opens up cracks in the mortar, and rain gets into worn bricks and joints. Most people book after spotting damp or a loose pot, or before buying.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you get a written report with photos
FAQs for Heath Common
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Heath 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.
Can a landlord with a rental near Pulborough station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Should I worry about a leaning stack?
It is worth having a leaning stack checked. Our survey notes how it looks and the condition of the bricks and joints, and if it may be a structural issue, we recommend a structural engineer.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.