West Sussex · London and the South East
Maidenbower Chimney Survey
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching in Maidenbower, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Staining on walls around the chimney
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Parts of the stack that can’t be seen safely or belong to a neighbour we cannot access
- Checks on boilers, fires or their flues
- Flue inspections or sweeping
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Brick chimney stacks
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Flaunching
- Chimney breasts
- Lead flashings
- Chimney pots and cowls
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Maidenbower
Our survey covers the structure of the stack and its weathering details. It’s not a flue inspection, a chimney sweep or a gas safety inspection. If you use a fire or a gas appliance, the flue should be checked by a sweep or a Gas Safe registered engineer as appropriate. If something we see points to the flue, we’ll say so. Common reasons to book are frost-damaged brickwork on the stack and damp patches on chimney breasts, across chimney pots and cowls, shared and party-wall stacks and chimney breasts.
In a smaller place like Maidenbower, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Maidenbower (RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Maidenbower is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with the details: how many stacks, whether any are shared and any signs of damp.
- We inspect each stack from safe viewpoints outside.
- Every part we can see is checked: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and flashings.
- Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there’s safe access.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
FAQs for Maidenbower
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Maidenbower?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Maidenbower?
Yes. Maidenbower is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you inspect the flue?
No. We survey the stack and its weathering, not the flue. For the flue, you will need a sweep or, for gas, a Gas Safe registered engineer.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
Our stack is shared. Can you still survey it?
Yes. Shared stacks are common on terraced and semi-detached houses. We record the stack as far as we can see it and flag anything on the neighbour’s side.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Chimney surveys in Maidenbower: local notes
Crawley, which Maidenbower is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Many homes in the new towns date from the post-war decades, with concrete interlocking tiles, low-pitched roofs and flat-roofed garages and porches. Low-pitched roofs shed water more slowly, and older concrete tiles, felt and gutters on these homes may be nearing the end of their life. Gravetye Manor, about 4.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Maidenbower. 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.
Living close to Tilgate Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. If you own a rental within reach of Three Bridges station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take a building like Brook Infant School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Maidenbower is about 2 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. In Maidenbower, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our West Sussex coverage includes Maidenbower and the places around it.
All of RH10 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 Holder Road, Palmer Road and Casher Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Maidenbower, we cover Worth (1 mile north), Three Bridges (1 mile north-west), Tilgate (1 mile west), Pound Hill (1 mile north) and Crawley (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles west) and Billingshurst (14 miles south-west).
Near you in Maidenbower
We work in homes and buildings around Oriel High School, Tilgate Park and The Charcoal Burner pub, among other places. The closest station to Maidenbower is Three Bridges station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Crawley Museum (2 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (2.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Maidenbower includes Tilgate Lake.
Towns and villages near Maidenbower
Also in Maidenbower
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How big the roof is
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Where the chimney meets the roof slopes, lead flashings keep water out. We check for lifting, splits and gaps in the joints.
Chimney breasts and the loft
If a chimney breast has been removed below, we note what we can see of the support above. A structural engineer should confirm whether it is adequate.
Why get it checked now?
Loose pots and bricks on a stack are a safety concern. A survey picks them out so they can be made safe by a roofer. Around Maidenbower, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Maidenbower
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.