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Chimney Survey in West Burton
Chimney surveys in West Burton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
How the survey changes by roof type
Brick stacks
Older brick stacks often have soft lime mortar. Repairs should suit the original materials, which we mention where relevant.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift in wind or pull out of their mortar joints. Any loose or split flashings are recorded.
Chimney survey in West Burton: what you get
Redundant chimneys are common, especially where fires have been replaced by central heating. A disused stack still needs looking after. If it has been capped without ventilation, damp can build up inside it. We check how redundant stacks have been capped and look for damp in the chimney breasts. You get photos of each stack and our recommendations. We survey brick chimney stacks, chimney breasts and shared and party-wall stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are bricks with flaking faces and flaunching that has broken away.
Village roofs frequently 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
What you get is a clear record of the chimney stack on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- West Burton (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Chimney surveys around West Burton
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. About 0.8 miles north-west lies Bignor Roman Villa, a reminder of how long the area around West Burton has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of the Holy Cross are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Bury CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you let a flat or house near Amberley station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
West Burton is about 6 miles west of Storrington, in West Sussex. Surveys in West Burton work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. There is also a page for Brighton.
All of RH20 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to West Burton include Bury (1 mile south-east), Watersfield (1 mile north-east), Amberley (2 miles east), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-east) and Lower Horncroft (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles south-west), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Around West Burton
In West Burton, that means homes and buildings near Dorset House School. West Burton’s nearest station is Amberley station, roughly 2.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Arundel and District Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Amberley Castle (1.8 miles east). Not far away are Amberley Wild Brooks and Bignor Hill.
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Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
- Use a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas appliances
- Check with the council before altering a stack in a conservation area or on a listed building
If the report recommends a structural engineer, a sweep or a Gas Safe registered engineer, it will say why. That helps you brief them.
Make sure fixings on the stack are sound and taken off if they’re no longer needed. Removing unused fixings takes strain off the brickwork.
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. In a hamlet or village like West Burton, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
West Burton: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Burton?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Amberley station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A damp chimney breast seldom dries out until the cause is found. It can stain walls and damage plaster. Finding the cause means the right work can be planned. In a place like West Burton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in West Burton
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Clear package prices, including VAT