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Chimney Survey in Sidlow
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Sidlow. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- A chimney out of line
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
Chimney survey in Sidlow
We inspect chimneys from wherever they can be seen safely: the ground, nearby windows and higher points, and the roof space where it’s safe. A drone inspection is part of our Premium Survey where applicable. If we can’t see part of the stack, the report makes that clear. Every defect we find is photographed and described in plain words. We survey flaunching, chimney pots and cowls and chimney breasts, and people most often book us about damp on a chimney breast inside and flaunching that has broken away.
Older buildings in small places like Sidlow may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Sidlow (RH2)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a chimney survey does not cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Parts of the stack that can’t be seen safely or belong to a neighbour we cannot access
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Hidden damage within the stack
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Chimney breasts
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Brick chimney stacks
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Sidlow
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sidlow and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney breasts and the loft
Where a breast has been taken out, we look at what supports the stack. A structural engineer should confirm whether it’s adequate.
Lead flashings
Over time, lead can lift or come away from the brickwork. We photograph any we find that look loose or damaged.
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Sidlow can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
How to prepare
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Ask for ventilated caps on redundant stacks
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
- Glance at the stacks from the street now and then
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
You can send the report to roofers or builders for quotes. With the same list in front of each contractor, comparing quotes is simpler.
Check redundant flues are capped with ventilation. Ventilation helps keep the stack dry.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
For a price for chimney surveys in Sidlow, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Chimney surveys in Sidlow: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you let a flat or house near Salfords station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take a building like Dovers Green School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you live near a park such as Earlswood Common, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Sidlow is about 2 miles south of Reigate, in Surrey. Whether the building in Sidlow is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. Crawley is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH2 postcode area for chimney surveys. If you are just outside Sidlow, we cover Irons Bottom (1 mile south-west), South Park (1 mile north), Leigh (2 miles west), Reigate (2 miles north) and Dawesgreen (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (9 miles north), Redhill (3 miles north-east), Ewell (10 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Caterham (7 miles north-east) and Dorking (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Sidlow
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Earlswood Common, Reigate School and Burys Court School. The closest station to Sidlow is Salfords station, about 1.8 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Reigate Priory Museum (2 miles north) and East Surrey Hospital (1.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
FAQs for Sidlow
How do I find out if my home in Sidlow is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can a landlord with a rental near Salfords station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Is a leaning chimney dangerous?
Have it checked rather than leaving it. Stacks can lean when mortar on one side breaks down. We record its condition with photos, and a structural engineer can assess whether it needs work.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.