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Chimney survey in Snagshall, East Sussex
Chimney surveys in Snagshall from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Mortar washing out of the joints
Tips that help
Getting the most from a chimney survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
- Keep the report to compare against at the next survey
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
- Photograph damp patches with the date
Where another specialist is needed, such as a structural engineer or sweep, we explain why. That helps you brief them.
Keep an eye on chimney breasts for new damp patches. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
Chimney survey in Snagshall: what you get
If you’re buying a home with chimneys, it is worth knowing their condition before you exchange. Cracked flaunching, failed flashings and worn pointing are common findings on older stacks. You get photographs and findings you can take back to the seller or agent. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it. We are frequently asked to look into worn or missing pointing and spalled or crumbling bricks, on chimney pots and cowls, brick chimney stacks and shared and party-wall stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Snagshall, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Where we cannot see part of the chimney stack, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Snagshall (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Snagshall
Also in Snagshall
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney pots and cowls
Pots sit in the flaunching on top of the stack, and cowls or caps sit on the pots. We check that they look secure and undamaged.
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joint between the stack and the roof. The survey looks at whether the lead is tight, sound and well fixed.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Snagshall, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- The pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the stack in the loft and the chimney breasts for damp.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
For a price for chimney surveys in Snagshall, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Do you need a chimney survey in Snagshall?
Removing a chimney breast inside can leave questions about how the stack is supported. We record what we can see in the loft and outside, and the report recommends a structural engineer if support is a concern.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- A chimney out of line
- Bricks with flaking faces
Take a building like Bodiam Church of England Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Snagshall questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Robertsbridge station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Snagshall?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Snagshall?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
Typically it’s water getting in from outside, or condensation in a sealed stack. We check the stack, the flashings and how unused flues are capped and records the likely cause.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. The written report follows by email.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Snagshall
The wider area around Snagshall has a long history of building, with Great Dixter about 2.2 miles east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Landlords with a home close to Robertsbridge station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Snagshall is about 9 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Bookings from Snagshall are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN32 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Staplecross (1 mile south), Cripp's Corner (2 miles south), Swaile's Green (2 miles south), Mill Corner (2 miles east) and Sedlescombe (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (9 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south), Hailsham (15 miles south-west), St Leonards (9 miles south), Hastings Old Town (9 miles south) and Belmont (9 miles south).
Landmarks near Snagshall
Around Snagshall, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Dog Inn and Bodiam Manor School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3.3 miles west. Green spaces nearby include Flatropers Wood.
Why act early in Snagshall
Most people never get a proper look at their chimney stacks. Problems frequently go unnoticed until damp appears inside. Surveying the stack now can catch problems first. In a place like Snagshall, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.