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Chimney survey in Stanmore, West Berkshire
We carry out chimney surveys in Stanmore and the rest of West Berkshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Worn or missing pointing
- A stack that appears to lean
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
What a chimney survey does not cover
It is a careful look at the chimney stack, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A structural engineer’s assessment
- Conditions inside walls
- Gas safety checks, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Flaunching
About our chimney survey in Stanmore
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. That lets water into the brickwork, which can show up as damp on a chimney breast or in the loft space. A survey finds these problems and records them with photos. Common reasons to book are damp patches on chimney breasts and unused flues sealed without airflow, across flaunching, brick chimney stacks and chimney pots and cowls.
Some older homes in villages like Stanmore are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Stanmore (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Stanmore
What else we do in Stanmore
Roof by roof
Rendered stacks
A rendered stack can mask problems in the bricks below. We look for cracks, hollow areas and staining.
Chimney pots and cowls
On redundant flues, we look at how the pots are capped. Poor capping can lead to damp inside the stack.
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Stanmore, access is typically the main thing to plan. 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.
- 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 safely be seen.
- 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’s safe access.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
For a price for chimney surveys in Stanmore, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Chimney surveys around Stanmore
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. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Anyone responsible for a site like Beedon C.E. (Controlled) Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Stanmore is about 8 miles north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Stanmore are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Stanmore is one of the places in West Berkshire where we work for chimney surveys. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of RG20 for chimney surveys and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Stanmore: Catmore (2 miles north-west), West Ilsley (2 miles north), Brightwalton (3 miles west), Brightwalton Green (3 miles west) and Farnborough (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (8 miles south), Burghfield Common (13 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south), Hungerford (11 miles south-west) and Calcot (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Stanmore
A little further out are Hampstead Norris Castle (3.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Stanmore include Churn Hill.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stanmore
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Stanmore
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Stanmore?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Stanmore?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Which parts of the chimney do you look at?
Every part of the stack we can see from safe positions: from the pots and flaunching down to the flashings. Leaning, unused stacks and damp on chimney breasts are recorded too.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
Damp on a chimney breast normally means water is getting into the stack, or moisture is trapped inside it. We check the stack, the flashings and how unused flues are capped and records the likely cause.
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.
Do you inspect shared chimneys?
Yes. Shared stacks are common on terraced and semi-detached houses. We survey what we can see safely, and note anything that seems to involve next door.
Signs you need a chimney survey in Stanmore
Chimney stacks stand above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. Frost works into cracks in the flaunching and pointing, and rain soaks into worn brickwork. Most people book after spotting damp or a loose pot, or before buying.
Common reasons to book include:
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
- A chimney out of line
- Flaunching that has broken away
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report