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Steeple Aston Chimney Survey
We take a careful look at the chimney stack at your property in Steeple Aston, with photographs and a written report.
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Do not use a ladder to reach the stack yourself
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
- Remove aerials or dishes from the stack if they’re no longer needed
You get the report by email and can pass it to whoever does the work. We use plain English and a photo for each defect so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Look at your chimneys from ground level now and then, particularly after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot loose pots, missing mortar or lifted flashings.
Chimney survey in Steeple Aston: what you get
Chimney stacks take more weather than almost any other part of a house. 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 roof space. We record what we find with photographs and recommendations. We are often asked to look into flaunching that has broken away and loose, cracked or missing pots, on brick chimney stacks, chimney pots and cowls and flaunching.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
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.
- Location
- Steeple Aston (OX25)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Steeple Aston
What else we do in Steeple Aston
Chimney surveys around Steeple Aston
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. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. 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.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Dr Radcliffe's Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Steeple Aston is about 7 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. We visit Steeple Aston as part of our work across Oxfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We cover every part of the OX25 postcode area for chimney surveys. You’ll find streets like Jubilee Close, Paines Hill and North Side, and we cover them all. Other places close to Steeple Aston include Middle Aston (1 mile north), Steeple Barton (2 miles west), Duns Tew (2 miles north-west), North Aston (2 miles north) and Dane Hill (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (9 miles north), Bicester (7 miles east), Witney (12 miles south-west), Kidlington (8 miles south) and Headington Quarry (13 miles south).
Landmarks near Steeple Aston
We work in homes and buildings around White Lion pub, among other places. Steeple Aston’s nearest station is Heyford station, about 0.9 miles south-east. A little further out are Deddington Castle (3.6 miles north).
Common roof problems in Steeple Aston
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 recommend a structural engineer where support is in question.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- A chimney out of line
For landlords with property near Heyford station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Steeple Aston, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- 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.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Cracked flaunching and worn pointing are often modest repairs when they’re caught early. Left for a few winters, frost and water can loosen pots and bricks and the job gets bigger. Older and listed buildings around Steeple Aston may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Steeple Aston: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Heyford station book a roof survey?
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, including who will give access on the day.
Is Steeple Aston within the area you cover?
Yes, Steeple Aston is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
Do you inspect shared chimneys?
Yes. We inspect everything that’s safely in view and what you give us access to. Where a problem appears to be on next door’s side, we note it and you can raise it with them.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What affects the price in Steeple Aston
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.