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Chimney survey in Tidmarsh, Oxfordshire
Find out the condition of the chimney stack at your property in Tidmarsh from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Worn or missing pointing
- Flaunching that has broken away
Chimney survey in Tidmarsh
A leaning chimney stack is worth having looked at. A stack may lean because the mortar on one side has weakened, which can happen over many years of use. We record the lean and the condition of the brickwork and pointing. If the stack looks like a structural issue, the report recommends a structural engineer. We survey shared and party-wall stacks, chimney pots and cowls and flaunching, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are signs that a stack is leaning and redundant stacks capped without ventilation.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Tidmarsh (RG8)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flaunching
We frequently find flaunching that has cracked or broken away. Caught early, it’s frequently a small job.
Rendered stacks
Cracked render can let water in and trap it behind. We record any cracking and where it is.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Chimney surveys in Tidmarsh: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings frequently carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Mapledurham House, about 2.5 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Tidmarsh. 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.
Take an older house close to Church of St Laurence: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Pangbourne Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Tidmarsh is about 5 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Tidmarsh is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Tidmarsh is one of the places in Oxfordshire where we work for chimney surveys.
We work across the RG8 postcode area for chimney surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Strachey Close and Tidmarsh Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Sulham (1 mile east), Pangbourne (1 mile north), Whitchurch-on-Thames (1 mile north), Little Heath (2 miles south-east) and Englefield (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north), Great Western Park (12 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in Tidmarsh
Around Tidmarsh, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Denefield School and The Cross Keys pub, among other places. The closest station to Tidmarsh is Pangbourne station, about 1.1 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Thames Valley Police Museum (3.5 miles south) and Battle Hospital (4 miles east). For a walk, there’s Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
Nearby places to Tidmarsh
What else we do in Tidmarsh
Surveys for landlords and agents in Tidmarsh
Landlords and agents in Tidmarsh book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the chimney stack, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Do you need a chimney survey in Tidmarsh?
Flashings seal the gap where a stack passes through the roof. With age they can lift, split or come away from the joints. Failed flashings are one of the most common causes of damp around chimneys. Lead flashings can also be stolen.
Look out for signs like these:
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
If you let a flat or house near Pangbourne station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
What to check before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
The survey, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Tidmarsh, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- We look at the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
How to book
To get a price for chimney surveys in Tidmarsh, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Common questions in Tidmarsh
How do I find out if my home in Tidmarsh 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.
Is Tidmarsh within the area you cover?
Yes, Tidmarsh is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you need to go on the roof to check the chimney?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the ground, nearby windows and higher points, and the loft space. Our Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies. We note anything we couldn’t see.
Is a leaning chimney dangerous?
Don’t ignore it. Stacks can lean when mortar on one side breaks down. We record its condition with photographs, and a structural engineer can assess whether it needs work.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Do you inspect the flue?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We look at the stack, pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, and damp inside and flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Our stack is shared. Can you still survey it?
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.