Hampshire · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Owslebury
Get a clear view of the chimney stack at a property in Owslebury from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Owslebury
For buyers, a chimney survey before exchange can flag work you may want to raise. On older stacks, we often find cracked flaunching, loose flashings and worn pointing. You get photographs and findings you can take back to the seller or agent. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one. We survey lead flashings, brick chimney stacks and chimney pots and cowls, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are flashings pulling away from the stack and spalled or crumbling bricks.
In a small place like Owslebury, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Owslebury (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Owslebury
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you let a flat or house near Shawford station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take an older house close to Church of St Andrew: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Take a building like Owslebury Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Owslebury is about 4 miles south-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. In Owslebury, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Hampshire coverage includes Owslebury and the places around it. There is also a page for Southampton.
Every address in SO21 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Beech Grove, Main Road and Pitcot Lane. We also cover the places around Owslebury: Owslebury Bottom (1 mile north), Baybridge (1 mile south-east), Hensting (1 mile south-west), Morestead (1 mile north) and Lane End (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (4 miles north-west), Gosport (15 miles south), Eastleigh (4 miles south-west), Fareham (11 miles south), Horndean (13 miles south-east) and Totton (12 miles south-west).
What’s near Owslebury
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ship Inn, among other places. The closest station to Owslebury is Shawford station, roughly 2.8 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Wolvesey Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and The Gurkha Museum (3.9 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
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How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about one to two hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. In a hamlet or village like Owslebury, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- We check every stack from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there’s access.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
- Ask for ventilated caps on redundant stacks
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
- Check with the council before altering a stack in a conservation area or on a listed building
You get the report by email and can pass it to whoever does the work. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so it is easy to follow.
Check your stacks from the street or garden after a storm. With binoculars, you can often see cracked flaunching or lifted lead.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney breasts and the loft
Where a breast has been taken out, we look at what supports the stack. Confirming the support is a job for a structural engineer.
Chimney pots and cowls
On redundant flues, we look at how the pots are capped. Poor capping can lead to damp inside the stack.
Common questions in Owslebury
Can a landlord with a rental near Shawford station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building.
Do you cover smaller places like Owslebury?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What does a chimney survey cover?
Every part of the stack we can see from safe positions: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and flashings. We also note leaning, redundant stacks and damp inside.
Should I worry about a leaning stack?
A leaning stack should be looked at. We record the lean, the brickwork and the pointing, and if it may be a structural issue, we recommend a structural engineer.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Can you survey a chimney stack we share with next door?
Yes. Many houses share stacks with a neighbour. We record the stack as far as we can see it and flag anything on the neighbour’s side.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How we price chimney surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Owslebury
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Letting agents and landlords in Owslebury book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the chimney stack, which helps you plan work between tenancies.