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Holton Hill Chimney Survey
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Holton Hill and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Signs that a stack is leaning
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
How a chimney survey works in Holton Hill
A chimney stands up above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. In time, flaunching cracks, mortar washes out and flashings come loose. That lets water into the brickwork, which can show up as damp on a chimney breast or in the roof space. A survey finds these problems and records them with photographs. We survey chimney pots and cowls, lead flashings and chimney breasts, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are signs that a stack is leaning and flashings pulling away from the stack.
In a small place like Holton Hill, many roofs stand in the open, 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Holton Hill (TN19)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Holton Hill
Aerials and dishes are often fixed to stacks. Their weight and the wind on them can loosen bricks and pointing. Any fixings on the stack are checked and recorded.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Worn or missing pointing
If you own a rental within reach of Stonegate station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Also near Holton Hill
What else we do in Holton Hill
What affects the price in Holton Hill
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Chimney surveys in Holton Hill: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Bateman's, about 0.9 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Holton Hill. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Bartholomew are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Burwash CofE School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Holton Hill is about 9 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Holton Hill is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
All of TN19 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Witherenden Hill (1 mile north-west), Stonegate (2 miles north), Wallcrouch (3 miles north), Shover's Green (3 miles north) and Birchett's Green (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (15 miles south), Hastings (12 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles south-west), Crowborough (9 miles west) and St Leonards (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Holton Hill
We work in homes and buildings around The Rose And Crown Inn, among other places. The closest station to Holton Hill is Stonegate station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Old Castle (3.7 miles south) and Ticehurst House Hospital (3.6 miles north). The countryside around Holton Hill includes Bewl Water.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. As for time on site, most surveys take about one to two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Holton Hill, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Holton Hill
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Holton Hill. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Conditions inside walls
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flaunching
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney breasts
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
- Glance at the stacks from the street now and then
- Never climb onto the roof to look at a chimney
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It explains the condition of each part of the stack and any damp inside. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Check fixings on the stack are sound, and moved if they’re working it loose. Less load on the stack means less strain in wind.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Holton Hill
Can a landlord with a rental near Stonegate station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Holton Hill is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How much is a survey?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Is a chimney survey the same as a flue inspection?
No. Our survey covers the outside of the stack and the roof around it. For the flue, you will need a sweep or, for gas, a Gas Safe registered engineer.