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Chimney survey in Nursling, Southampton
Chimney surveys in Nursling from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Cracked or missing flaunching
FAQs for Nursling
Will you come out to Nursling?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Nursling is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How can you see the top of the stack?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the ground, nearby windows and higher points, and the roof space. Our Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where applicable. We note anything we couldn’t see.
Chimney survey in Nursling
Redundant chimneys are common, particularly where fires have been replaced by central heating. Even when it isn’t used, a stack has to stay weathertight. Capping a stack without ventilation can trap moisture and lead to damp inside. We check how redundant stacks have been capped and look for damp in the chimney breasts. The report sets out what we found and what we recommend. If you’ve noticed damaged chimney pots and cowls and staining on walls around the chimney, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney breasts, flaunching and shared and party-wall stacks alike.
Around Nursling, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
The report records the chimney stack as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Nursling (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Nursling
Nursling is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a building such as Nursling Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you run a business near Marlands Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Nursling is about 2 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. Nursling is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Southampton, we cover Nursling and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: SO16. Streets in the area include Station Road, Chambers Close and Cranmer Drive, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Hillyfields (1 mile south), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east), Maybush (1 mile south-east) and Coxford (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Southampton (4 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
What’s near Nursling
In Nursling, that means homes and buildings near Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Oaklands Community School. For rail, the closest station is Redbridge station, about 1.6 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Eling Experience (1.8 miles south-west) and Princess Anne Hospital (1.5 miles east). The countryside around Nursling includes Testwood Lakes.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Chimneys are easy to forget because you rarely see the top of them. Problems often go unnoticed until damp appears inside. Surveying the stack now can catch problems first. Homes in smaller places like Nursling can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Nursling
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used where lead would usually be. They tend to crack, so we look at them closely.
Chimney pots and cowls
Damaged pots are a safety concern as well as a leak risk. We record their condition with photographs.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. For a survey in Nursling, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First you let us know about the chimneys, any damp on the chimney breasts and any worries.
- Each chimney is viewed from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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 is safe access.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Tips that help
Getting the most from a chimney survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask for ventilated caps on redundant stacks
- Have the flue swept and checked if you use the fire
- Have brackets on the chimney checked
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each stack. 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.
Watch for damp or staining on chimney breasts. Early signs are easier to trace.
What else we do in Nursling
When to book a survey in Nursling
Removing a chimney breast inside can leave questions about how the stack is supported. We note what’s visible in the roof space and outside, and recommend a structural engineer where support is in question.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Flaunching that has broken away
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
- Lifted or split lead flashings
With South Stoneham House about 4 miles east, the area around Nursling has a long history. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
What to check before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report