Hampshire · London and the South East
Laverstoke Chimney Survey
Chimney surveys in Laverstoke and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- A stack that appears to lean
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Worn or missing pointing
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Laverstoke
If a chimney looks out of line, it is worth getting it checked. Stacks can lean when mortar on one side breaks down, frequently after years of flue gases and damp. We record the lean and the condition of the brickwork and pointing. Where it may be a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. We survey flaunching, lead flashings and chimney pots and cowls, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gaps in the mortar around the pots and unused flues sealed without airflow.
In a village or hamlet like Laverstoke, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Laverstoke (RG28)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like Laverstoke, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know how many stacks there are and any damp or problems you’ve noticed.
- We inspect each stack from safe viewpoints outside.
- We check and photograph the pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there’s safe access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects found and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Parts of the stack that cannot be seen safely or belong to a neighbour we can’t access
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Gas safety checks, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts
- Flaunching
Landlord and commercial surveys in Laverstoke
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Nearby places to Laverstoke
What else we do in Laverstoke
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
For a price for your roof in Laverstoke, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To get a price for chimney surveys in Laverstoke, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What happens if roof problems are left?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a chimney is before exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, the work is down to you. A report gives you something specific to put to the seller. For an older or listed building in a place like Laverstoke, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Common questions in Laverstoke
How do I find out if my home in Laverstoke is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
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 flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Is a leaning chimney dangerous?
It is worth having a leaning stack checked. We record the lean, the brickwork and the pointing, and recommend a structural engineer where it may be a structural concern.
Chimney surveys around Laverstoke
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Testbourne Community School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you let a flat or house near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you live in an older home near St Nicholas' Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Laverstoke is about 8 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Laverstoke is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
We work across the RG28 postcode area for chimney surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Laverstoke Lane and Florence Portal Close, all of which we cover. We also cover Freefolk (1 mile north-west), Wells-in-the-Field (1 mile west), Southington (1 mile north-east), Whitchurch (2 miles west) and Overton (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles east), Winchester (12 miles south), Andover (8 miles west), Alton (15 miles east), Tadley (11 miles north-east) and Hook (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Laverstoke
The closest station to Laverstoke is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 1.7 miles west of the centre.