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Northbridge Street Chimney Survey
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching in Northbridge Street. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
Chimney survey in Northbridge Street: what you get
Each stack is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there’s access. With our Premium Survey, a drone inspection is included where it applies. Where part of a stack cannot be seen, the report says so. Every defect we find is photographed and described in plain words. Typical surveys look at disused chimneys trapping moisture and loose, cracked or missing pots, on lead flashings, brick chimney stacks and chimney pots and cowls.
In a village or hamlet like Northbridge Street, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Northbridge Street (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
If a stack seems to lean, don’t leave it. Our survey records it and says when a structural engineer should look at it, so you can decide what to do next. Older and listed buildings around Northbridge Street may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Northbridge Street, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Northbridge Street
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the chimney stack as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Northbridge Street needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- We look at the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- We note the brickwork, pointing and any sign of leaning.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Northbridge Street
TV aerials, satellite dishes and their brackets are frequently fixed to chimneys. The extra load in wind can work bricks and joints loose. Any fixings on the stack are checked and recorded.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Signs that a stack is leaning
For landlords with property near Robertsbridge station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Also near Northbridge Street
What else we do in Northbridge Street
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Northbridge Street questions
Is Northbridge Street within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Northbridge Street?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Chimney surveys in Northbridge Street: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Historic houses like Durhamford Manor, about 3.9 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Northbridge Street goes. If your house is among the older ones, 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Salehurst Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Mary are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Northbridge Street is about 9 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Northbridge Street is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across East Sussex, we cover Northbridge Street. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
All of TN32 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Church Lane, Coronation Cottages and Andrews Close, all of which we cover. We also cover Salehurst (1 mile east), Robertsbridge (1 mile south-west), John's Cross (2 miles south), Mountfield (3 miles south) and Oxley's Green (4 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (9 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (14 miles west), St Leonards (10 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Northbridge Street
Around Northbridge Street, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Robertsbridge Community College and The Salehurst Halt Public House, among other places. Northbridge Street’s nearest station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (5.4 miles north-west).
What affects the price in Northbridge Street
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.