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Chimney survey in Westcott, Surrey
An experienced roof surveyor for chimney surveys in Westcott. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
About our chimney survey in Westcott
Each stack is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, nearby windows and higher points, and the roof space where it’s safe. With our Premium Survey, a drone inspection is included where applicable. Where part of a stack can’t be seen, the report says so. Every defect we find is photographed and described in plain words. We survey lead flashings, chimney pots and cowls and chimney breasts, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged chimney pots and cowls and damp patches on chimney breasts.
Some older homes in villages like Westcott are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Westcott (RH4)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a chimney survey in Westcott
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 is also a target for theft.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
Anyone responsible for a site like Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What the survey won’t cover
Towns and villages near Westcott
What else we do in Westcott
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Westcott can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know how many stacks there are and any damp or problems you’ve noticed.
- Each chimney is viewed from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We check and photograph the pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What we can’t see
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
- Checks on boilers, fires or their flues
- Hidden sides of a shared stack
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Westcott
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney breasts
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
Useful tips for Westcott property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Keep the report to compare against at the next survey
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer or builder. We use plain English and a photo for each defect, so it’s easy to follow.
Watch for damp or staining on chimney breasts. Early signs are easier to trace.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Westcott
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Dorking West station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Is my home in Westcott listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
My chimney looks like it is leaning. What should I do?
Have it checked rather than leaving it. Stacks can lean when mortar on one side breaks down. We record its condition with photographs, and a structural engineer can confirm whether it’s stable.
What should I do with a chimney I don’t use?
An unused stack still needs to stay weathertight and ventilated. If it is capped without ventilation, damp can build up inside. Our survey records its condition and how it’s capped, so you can plan what to do with it.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Westcott?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What affects the price in Westcott
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Which survey package you book
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
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. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Chimney surveys in Westcott: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Polesden Lacey about 2.2 miles north, Westcott sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Landlords with a home close to Dorking West station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Trees in and around Milton Heath and The Nower shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Westcott is about 2 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. Roofs in Westcott get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Across Surrey, we cover Westcott. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
We survey roofs across the RH4 postcode area for chimney surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Guildford Road, Chapel Lane and Stones Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Ranmore Common (1 mile north), Wotton (1 mile south-west), Dorking (2 miles east), North Holmwood (2 miles south-east) and Mid Holmwood (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (11 miles north-west), Epsom (9 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles east), Redhill (9 miles east) and Ewell (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Westcott
In Westcott, that means homes and buildings near The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School, Milton Heath and The Nower and Pippbrook House. The nearest railway station is Dorking West station, about 1.4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (6 miles north-east) and Mesolithic Museum (2.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Combe Bottom and Box Hill.