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Chimney Survey in South Ham
Not sure what state the chimney stack is in? You can book a chimney survey in South Ham and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
Chimney survey in South Ham: what you get
A chimney stands up above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. Over the years, the flaunching cracks, the pointing wears and flashings lift. Water then gets into the stack and can show as damp on a chimney breast or a stain in the loft. We record what we find with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed cracked or missing flaunching and signs that a stack is leaning, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around South Ham, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- South Ham (RG22, RG21, RG23)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a survey in South Ham, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We go through the chimneys, any damp and any work done on them.
- Each stack is inspected from safe positions outside.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the roof space.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flaunching
Flaunching is the mortar on top of a stack that holds the pots and sheds water. Cracks in it let water into the stack.
Rendered stacks
Some stacks are rendered, which can hide the condition of the brickwork beneath. We look for cracks, hollow areas and staining.
Towns and villages near South Ham
Other services in South Ham
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in South Ham
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. Historic houses such as The Vyne, about 3.5 miles north, show how far back building in the area around South Ham goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you run a business near The Malls, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Anne's Catholic Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
South Ham is about 1 mile south-west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. If you are in South Ham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Hampshire, we cover South Ham. There’s also a page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: RG22, RG21 and RG23. Whether your property is on Pheby Road, Wella Road and Lennox Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around South Ham: Brighton Hill (1 mile south), Basingstoke (1 mile north-east), Winklebury (1 mile north-west), Buckskin (1 mile west) and Worting (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north).
Landmarks near South Ham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Aldworth School, Coppice Spring School and Eastrop Park, among other places. The nearest railway station is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Basing House (2.7 miles east). The countryside around South Ham includes Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A damp chimney breast seldom dries out until the cause is found. It can spoil decoration and plaster. Knowing whether it’s the flaunching, flashings, brickwork or ventilation means the right fix can be planned. On a bungalow or cottage around South Ham, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- A written report with photographs
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
When to book a survey in South Ham
Some owners book because a chimney breast has been removed below and they want to know about the stack above. We record what we can see in the loft and outside, and the report recommends a structural engineer if support is a concern.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Cracked or missing flaunching
Landlords with a home close to Basingstoke station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What happens after the report arrives
South Ham: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Basingstoke station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Ham?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What does a chimney survey cover?
We check the pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings. Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there’s safe access. Everything is written up with photographs.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you cover South Ham?
Yes, we do. South Ham is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.