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Chimney survey in Wellhouse, West Berkshire
Find out what’s going on with the chimney stack before you decide what to do next. Chimney surveys in Wellhouse, with photos and a clear written report.
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
- Flaunching that has broken away
- Mortar washing out of the joints
Chimney survey in Wellhouse: what you get
If a chimney looks out of line, it’s worth getting it checked. 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 lead flashings, brick chimney stacks and flaunching, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps in the mortar around the pots and a stack that appears to lean.
Some older homes in villages like Wellhouse 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the chimney stack, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Wellhouse (RG18)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a chimney survey in Wellhouse
Removing a chimney breast inside can leave questions about how the stack is supported. We note what’s visible in the loft space and outside, and recommend a structural engineer where support is in question.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Flaunching that has broken away
- Worn or missing pointing
- Bricks with flaking faces
Landlords with a home close to Thatcham station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before you book anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What happens after the report arrives
What else we do in Wellhouse
Local roofs in Wellhouse
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Shaw House about 3.7 miles south-west, Wellhouse sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hermitage Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Wellhouse is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Wellhouse are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: RG18. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Hermitage (1 mile west), Little Hungerford (1 mile north-west), Oare (1 mile north-west), Longlane (1 mile west) and Cold Ash (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Newbury (5 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (4 miles south-west), Hungerford (12 miles west) and Spencers Wood (13 miles east).
What’s near Wellhouse
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Horse pub. The closest station to Wellhouse is Thatcham station, roughly 3.9 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Hampstead Norris Castle (2.2 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Nature Discovery Centre.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before deciding what to do with a redundant stack, a survey shows how it’s doing. In a conservation area or on a listed building, changes may need permission from the council, so check with them first. For an older or listed building in a place like Wellhouse, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- A written report with photographs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from Wellhouse
I let a flat near Thatcham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
How do I find out if my home in Wellhouse is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you check the chimney is safe to use with a fire?
No. We survey the stack and its weathering, not the flue. The flue should be checked by a sweep, or by a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances.
Should I worry about a leaning stack?
A leaning stack should be looked at. Our survey notes how it looks and the condition of the bricks and joints, and if it may be a structural issue, we recommend a structural engineer.
What does a roof survey cost?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What affects the price in Wellhouse
To price your survey, we check:
- Which survey package you book
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Hidden sides of a shared stack
- What’s inside the brickwork or behind render, without opening up
- Flue inspections or sweeping
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Flaunching
- Chimney breasts
- Shared and party-wall stacks
The survey, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. In a small place like Wellhouse, 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. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- We look at every stack from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the roof space.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.