Hampshire · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Whitsbury
Not sure what state the chimney stack is in? We carry out chimney surveys in Whitsbury and across Hampshire.
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
About our chimney survey in Whitsbury
For buyers, a chimney survey before exchange can flag work you may want to raise. Cracked flaunching, failed flashings and worn pointing are common findings on older stacks. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it. Typical surveys look at eroded joints in the brickwork and staining on walls around the chimney, on chimney pots and cowls, shared and party-wall stacks and chimney breasts.
In a small place like Whitsbury, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Whitsbury (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the chimney stack, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Areas we can’t view from safe positions
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
- Conditions inside walls
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Whitsbury
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Shared and party-wall stacks
Surveys for landlords and agents in Whitsbury
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Roof by roof
Brick stacks
Brick stacks rely on sound pointing to keep water out. The survey looks for crumbling bricks and worn or missing mortar.
Chimney breasts and the loft
Inside, chimney breasts can show damp when water gets into the stack. We look at them and at the stack in the loft where there’s safe access.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damp in a chimney breast usually gets worse while the cause is left. It can spoil decoration and plaster. Finding the cause means the right work can be planned. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- PI and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Chimney surveys in Whitsbury: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Breamore House, about 1.6 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Whitsbury. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Leonard, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Western Downland Church of England Aided Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Whitsbury is in Hampshire. If you’re in Whitsbury, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Hampshire coverage includes Whitsbury and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: SP6. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Rockbourne (1 mile south-west), Damerham (2 miles south-west), Sandleheath (3 miles south), Ashford (3 miles south) and Alderholt (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Totton (14 miles east), Romsey (15 miles east), Ringwood (9 miles south), Fordingbridge (3 miles south), St Leonards (10 miles south) and Brockenhurst (15 miles south-east).
What’s near Whitsbury
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Cart Wheel Public House. Nearby you will also find Fordingbridge Museum (3.4 miles south-east) and Salisbury District Hospital (5.2 miles north).
Whitsbury questions
Is Whitsbury within the area you cover?
Yes, Whitsbury is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Whitsbury is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Our stack is shared. Can you still survey it?
Yes. We inspect whatever is safely visible and what you give us access to. If a defect seems to be on your neighbour’s side, the report records it, so you can discuss it with them.
How do I arrange a chimney survey in Whitsbury?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Will you check the chimney is safe to use with a fire?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We check the structure and weathering of the stack and any damp and flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Whitsbury?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
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How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. As for time on site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Whitsbury, access is often the only tricky part. 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.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.