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Chimney survey in West Green, West Sussex
Chimney surveys in West Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- A chimney out of line
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
How a chimney survey works in West Green
Redundant chimneys are common, particularly where fires have been replaced by central heating. Even when it isn’t used, a stack has to stay weathertight. Capping a stack without ventilation can trap moisture and lead to damp inside. Our survey looks at how each unused stack has been capped and checks the breasts for damp. The report sets out what we found and what we recommend. We survey brick chimney stacks, shared and party-wall stacks and flaunching, and people most frequently book us about gaps in the mortar around the pots and damp on a chimney breast inside.
Houses in smaller places like West Green can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The Standard Survey adds 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
- West Green (RH11, RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a chimney survey looks like in West Green
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Living close to Grattons Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. For landlords with property near Crawley station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Anyone responsible for a site like West Green Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
West Green is about 1 mile north of Crawley, in West Sussex. Whether the building in West Green is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: RH11 and RH10. Whether your property is on Bank Lane, Swift Lane and Raven Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Langley Green (1 mile north), Crawley (1 mile south), Southgate (1 mile south), Three Bridges (1 mile east) and Tilgate (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (8 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles south-west).
Around West Green
We work in homes and buildings around Ifield Community College, Grattons Park and Dr Samuel Johnson pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Crawley station, roughly 0.8 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Crawley Museum (within half a mile south) and Crawley Hospital (0.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Tilgate Lake.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Towns and villages near West Green
Other services in West Green
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
How we price chimney surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. 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, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in West Green
Can a landlord with a rental near Crawley station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in West Green be checked too?
Frequently, yes, so mention it when booking. Many homes in new towns like Crawley have flat-roofed garages and porches, and felt roofs frequently last around 15–20 years.
How much does a chimney survey cost in West Green?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What does a chimney survey cover?
The whole stack, as far as it can safely be seen: from the pots and flaunching down to the flashings. Leaning, unused stacks and damp on chimney breasts are recorded too.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Do you cover West Green?
Yes, we do. We carry out chimney surveys in West Green, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a survey in West Green, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Keep the report to compare against at the next survey
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Check that disused chimneys can still breathe
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It explains the condition of each part of the stack and any damp inside. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Have aerial and dish brackets on the stack checked and taken off if they’re no longer needed. Less load on the stack means less strain in wind.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Hidden sides of a shared stack
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Flaunching