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Chimney survey in Woodmancote, West Sussex
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- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Staining on walls around the chimney
Chimney survey in Woodmancote
If a chimney looks out of line, it is worth getting it checked. Stacks can lean when mortar on one side breaks down, often after years of flue gases and damp. The survey notes how the stack looks, how far it seems to lean and the state of the bricks and joints. Where it may be a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. If you’ve noticed worn or missing pointing and cracked or missing flaunching, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Woodmancote, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Woodmancote (PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Somewhere like Woodmancote needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- We look at every stack from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there’s access.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Woodmancote
If a stack seems to lean, do not leave it. Our survey records it and says when a structural engineer should look at it, so you can decide what to do next. In a place like Woodmancote, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Woodmancote
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords and agents in Woodmancote book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the chimney stack.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a chimney survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Glance at the stacks from the street now and then
- Check unused flues are capped with ventilation
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
- Remove aerials or dishes from the stack if they’re no longer needed
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. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Make sure redundant flues are capped with ventilation. Ventilation helps keep the stack dry.
Questions from Woodmancote
How do I find out if my home in Woodmancote is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a 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.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Southbourne station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Do you inspect the flue?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We check the stack, pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, and damp inside and flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Our stack is shared. Can you still survey it?
Yes. We look at the parts we can see safely and the parts you can give us access to. If a defect seems to be on your neighbour’s side, the report records it and you can raise it with them.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
There are a few common causes: cracked flaunching, worn pointing, failed flashings, uncapped pots, or damp trapped in an unventilated stack. We look at each one and note the most likely cause.
Places near Woodmancote
Other services in Woodmancote
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Woodmancote
Woodmancote is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. The wider area around Woodmancote has a long history of building, with Warblington Castle about 2.9 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Woodmancote Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Southbourne station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bourne Community College, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Woodmancote is about 4 miles east of Havant, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Woodmancote, we can carry out chimney surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the PO10 postcode area for chimney surveys. Whether your property is on South Lane, Duffield Lane and Woodmancote Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Westbourne (1 mile west), Southbourne (1 mile south), Lumley (1 mile south-west), Emsworth (2 miles south-west) and Denvilles (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (11 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles east), Selsey (10 miles south-east), Portfield (6 miles east), Yapton (13 miles east) and East Wittering (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Woodmancote
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Stag's Head Public House, Westbourne Primary School and Stansted Park. The nearest railway station is Southbourne station, about 0.9 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Warblington Castle (2.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Woodmancote include Stoke Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Areas we can’t view from safe positions
- Hidden damage within the stack
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Flaunching