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Chimney survey in Lidsey, West Sussex
Chimney surveys in Lidsey from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
Why act early in Lidsey
Most people never get a proper look at their chimney stacks. Problems often go unnoticed until damp appears inside. Surveying the stack now can catch problems first. Older cottages and farmhouses around Lidsey can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Lidsey
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% customer satisfaction
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About our chimney survey in Lidsey
If a chimney looks out of line, it is worth getting it checked. Stacks can lean when mortar on one side breaks down, often after years of flue gases and damp. The survey notes how the stack looks, how far it seems to lean and the state of the bricks and joints. Where it may be a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you’ve noticed a chimney out of line and eroded joints in the brickwork, we can find out what’s behind it.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Lidsey (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Have the flue swept and checked if you use the fire
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
- Look at the chimneys with binoculars after a storm
- Keep track of stains on chimney breasts
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’s easy to follow.
Watch for damp or staining on chimney breasts. Early signs are easier to trace.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Lidsey, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- We look at every stack from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there is access.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
To get a price for chimney surveys in Lidsey, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Questions from Lidsey
Is the coastal weather around Lidsey hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows, and Lidsey is within about 3 miles of the coast.
I let a flat near Barnham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you inspect the flue?
No. It is not a flue, sweep or gas safety inspection. We check the structure and weathering of the stack and any damp, and we’ll say if anything suggests the flue needs checking.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Why is my chimney breast damp?
Typically it’s water getting in from outside, or condensation in a sealed stack. The survey looks at the stack, the flashings and the capping, and record what we find.
What do you check on a chimney?
The survey covers the pots and cowls, the flaunching, the pointing, the bricks and the flashings. Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there’s safe access. Everything is written up with photos.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lidsey
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Towns and villages near Lidsey
Other services in Lidsey
Chimney surveys around Lidsey
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Lidsey, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Goodwood House, about 4.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lidsey. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Mary, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Trees in and around The Brooks Local Nature Reserve shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. For landlords with property near Barnham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Lidsey is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We cover Lidsey and the rest of West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Here we cover the PO22 postcode area for chimney surveys. We offer chimney surveys to properties on Lidsey Road and Sack Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Lidsey: Shripney (1 mile south-west), Westergate (1 mile north), Eastergate (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile north-east) and Barnham (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
Local landmarks in Lidsey
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Philip Howard Catholic High School and The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, among other places. Lidsey’s nearest station is Barnham station, about 1.3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Tote Copse Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.6 miles south).
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift in wind or pull out of their mortar joints. Any loose or split flashings are recorded.
Rendered stacks
We can’t see the bricks behind render without it being opened up, so the report explains what we could and couldn’t assess.