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Report #193
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| Client: | - |
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| Created: | 17/12/2025 14:17:42 |
Report Entries
Chimney Construction
Button: Brick
Text: The property has a chimney built in brick
Text: The property has a chimney built in brick
Button: Stone
Text: The property has a chimney built in stone
Text: The property has a chimney built in stone
Button: Rendered
Text: The property has a chimney built in rendered masonry
Text: The property has a chimney built in rendered masonry
Button: Concrete
Text: The property has a chimney built in concrete
Text: The property has a chimney built in concrete
Button: Flashings Lead
Text: The flashings around the stack are lead
Text: The flashings around the stack are lead
Button: Flashings Copper
Text: The flashings around the stack are copper
Text: The flashings around the stack are copper
Button: Flashings Zinc
Text: The flashings around the stack are zinc
Text: The flashings around the stack are zinc
Button: Flashings Mortar
Text: The flashings around the stack are formed with mortar
Text: The flashings around the stack are formed with mortar
Button: Flashings Felt
Text: The flashings around the stack are felt
Text: The flashings around the stack are felt
Button: Removed
Text: The chimney has been removed and your Legal Adviser should check that works were completed in accordance with any Local Authority requirements
Text: The chimney has been removed and your Legal Adviser should check that works were completed in accordance with any Local Authority requirements
Chimney Notes
Button: Reduced Height
Text: The chimney height has been reduced, and the works should have been undertaken in line with any applicable Local Authority approvals or regulations
Text: The chimney height has been reduced, and the works should have been undertaken in line with any applicable Local Authority approvals or regulations
Button: Leaning OK
Text: The stack is leaning slightly out of plumb. Although not currently severe, the lean could increase with time, and you should budget for potential reconstruction in the future
Text: The stack is leaning slightly out of plumb. Although not currently severe, the lean could increase with time, and you should budget for potential reconstruction in the future
Button: No DPC
Text: Chimneys of this age are unlikely to have a damp-proof course, creating a risk of rain penetration. Ongoing maintenance is required to limit this risk
Text: Chimneys of this age are unlikely to have a damp-proof course, creating a risk of rain penetration. Ongoing maintenance is required to limit this risk
Button: Shared Stack
Text: The chimney stack appears to be shared with the adjoining property, and the neighbouring owner may hold rights and responsibilities regarding its maintenance
Text: The chimney stack appears to be shared with the adjoining property, and the neighbouring owner may hold rights and responsibilities regarding its maintenance
Button: Mortar Fillets
Text: The mortar fillets around the chimney stack are susceptible to weathering and decay. They should be monitored and replaced as part of routine maintenance
Text: The mortar fillets around the chimney stack are susceptible to weathering and decay. They should be monitored and replaced as part of routine maintenance
Button: Working at Height
Text: Repairs at height can be expensive due to the difficulties of access. Scaffolding may be necessary, and obstructions such as conservatories or extensions can make access more complex and increase costs
Text: Repairs at height can be expensive due to the difficulties of access. Scaffolding may be necessary, and obstructions such as conservatories or extensions can make access more complex and increase costs
Estimated Repair Cost
Button: Estimated Cost
Text: I estimate the cost for the above Chimney works to be approximately:
Text: I estimate the cost for the above Chimney works to be approximately:
Button: £0-£500
Text: £0-£500
Text: £0-£500
Button: £500-£1500
Text: £500-£1500
Text: £500-£1500
Button: £1500-£2500
Text: £1500-£2500
Text: £1500-£2500
Button: £2500-£5000
Text: £2500-£5000
Text: £2500-£5000
Button: £5000+
Text: £5000+
Text: £5000+
Chimney Defects
Button: Chimney Extensive Repairs - Front
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the front chimney
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the front chimney
Button: Chimney Extensive Repairs - Rear
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the rear chimney
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the rear chimney
Button: Chimney Extensive Repairs - Left Side
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the left side chimney
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the left side chimney
Button: Chimney Extensive Repairs - Right Side
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the right side chimney
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the right side chimney
Button: Chimneys Extensive Repairs (Multiple)
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the chimneys
Text: Extensive repairs are needed due to the poor condition of the chimneys
Button: Chimney Badly Cracked
Text: Severe cracking is present in the chimney, requiring repair or reconstruction
Text: Severe cracking is present in the chimney, requiring repair or reconstruction
Button: Chimney Leaning
Text: The chimney is leaning and requires repair or reconstruction
Text: The chimney is leaning and requires repair or reconstruction
Button: Chimney Bulging Excessively
Text: The chimney shows significant bulging and should be repaired or rebuilt to restore structural integrity
Text: The chimney shows significant bulging and should be repaired or rebuilt to restore structural integrity
Button: Pot Cracked
Text: Cracking is evident in the chimney pot, which will require repair or replacement
Text: Cracking is evident in the chimney pot, which will require repair or replacement
Button: Pots Cracked (Multiple)
Text: Cracking is evident to the chimney pots, which will require repair or replacement
Text: Cracking is evident to the chimney pots, which will require repair or replacement
Button: Pot Poor
Text: The chimney pot is in poor condition and requires repair or replacement
Text: The chimney pot is in poor condition and requires repair or replacement
Button: Pots Poor (Multiple)
Text: The chimney pots are in poor condition and require repair or replacement
Text: The chimney pots are in poor condition and require repair or replacement
Button: Pot Bedding Weathered
Text: The mortar bedding at the base of the chimney pot has deteriorated and should be replaced to ensure stability and prevent water ingress
Text: The mortar bedding at the base of the chimney pot has deteriorated and should be replaced to ensure stability and prevent water ingress
Button: Pot Bedding Cracked
Text: The mortar bedding at the base of the chimney pots is cracked and should be replaced to ensure stability and prevent water ingress
Text: The mortar bedding at the base of the chimney pots is cracked and should be replaced to ensure stability and prevent water ingress
Button: Chimney Repointing
Text: The mortar pointing on the stack is weathered. Repointing is recommended to prevent further deterioration, dampness and potential structural issues
Text: The mortar pointing on the stack is weathered. Repointing is recommended to prevent further deterioration, dampness and potential structural issues
Button: Chimney Repointing (Multiple)
Text: The mortar pointing on the stacks is weathered. Repointing is recommended to prevent further deterioration, dampness and potential structural issues
Text: The mortar pointing on the stacks is weathered. Repointing is recommended to prevent further deterioration, dampness and potential structural issues
Button: Chimney Render Repairs
Text: The chimney stack render shows signs of weathering and should be repaired or replaced to prevent further deterioration
Text: The chimney stack render shows signs of weathering and should be repaired or replaced to prevent further deterioration
Button: Chimney Render Repairs (Multiple)
Text: The rendered chimney stacks show signs of weathering and the render should be repaired or replaced to prevent further deterioration
Text: The rendered chimney stacks show signs of weathering and the render should be repaired or replaced to prevent further deterioration
Button: Chimney Masonry Weathered
Text: The chimney stack bricks show signs of weathering and require repair to prevent further deterioration
Text: The chimney stack bricks show signs of weathering and require repair to prevent further deterioration
Button: Chimney Loose Bricks
Text: The chimney stack contains loose bricks that require repair to ensure stability and safety
Text: The chimney stack contains loose bricks that require repair to ensure stability and safety
Button: Flashings Pulling Away
Text: The flashings around the chimney stack are pulling away from the masonry and require repair to prevent water ingress
Text: The flashings around the chimney stack are pulling away from the masonry and require repair to prevent water ingress
Button: Flashings Pulling Away (Multiple)
Text: The flashings around the chimney stacks are pulling away from the masonry and require repair to prevent water ingress
Text: The flashings around the chimney stacks are pulling away from the masonry and require repair to prevent water ingress
Button: Flashings Split
Text: The flashings around the chimney stack are split and require repair to prevent water penetration
Text: The flashings around the chimney stack are split and require repair to prevent water penetration
Button: Flashings Split (Multiple)
Text: The flashings around the chimney stacks are split and require repair to prevent water penetration
Text: The flashings around the chimney stacks are split and require repair to prevent water penetration
Button: Flash Band
Text: The self-adhesive flashing currently fitted to the chimney stack offers limited durability and should be replaced with a more robust, permanent flashing material
Text: The self-adhesive flashing currently fitted to the chimney stack offers limited durability and should be replaced with a more robust, permanent flashing material
Button: Flash Band (Multiple)
Text: The self-adhesive flashings currently fitted to the chimney stacks offer limited durability and should be replaced with more robust, permanent flashing materials
Text: The self-adhesive flashings currently fitted to the chimney stacks offer limited durability and should be replaced with more robust, permanent flashing materials
Button: Aerials Unsafe
Text: The aerial attachment is poorly secured, presenting a potential safety risk
Text: The aerial attachment is poorly secured, presenting a potential safety risk
Button: Open Pots
Text: Some unused flues remain open and should be properly capped to prevent water penetration and the entry of nesting birds
Text: Some unused flues remain open and should be properly capped to prevent water penetration and the entry of nesting birds
Button: Cap & Vent
Text: Unused flues should be properly capped and vented to minimise the risk of water ingress and internal condensation
Text: Unused flues should be properly capped and vented to minimise the risk of water ingress and internal condensation
Button: Localised Pointing
Text: The chimney stack mortar joints are weathered, and localised repointing should be carried out to minimise further decay, dampness and avoid structural problems
Text: The chimney stack mortar joints are weathered, and localised repointing should be carried out to minimise further decay, dampness and avoid structural problems
Button: Localised Pointing (Multiple)
Text: The chimney stacks mortar joints are weathered, and localised repointing should be carried out to minimise further decay, dampness and avoid structural problems
Text: The chimney stacks mortar joints are weathered, and localised repointing should be carried out to minimise further decay, dampness and avoid structural problems
Chimney Construction
Button: Brick (Multiple)
Text: The property has chimneys built in brick
Text: The property has chimneys built in brick
Button: Stone (Multiple)
Text: The property has chimneys built in stone
Text: The property has chimneys built in stone
Button: Rendered (Multiple)
Text: The property has chimneys built in rendered masonry
Text: The property has chimneys built in rendered masonry
Button: Concrete (Multiple)
Text: The property has chimneys built in concrete
Text: The property has chimneys built in concrete
Button: Flashings Lead (Multiple)
Text: The flashings around the stacks are lead
Text: The flashings around the stacks are lead
Button: Flashings Mortar (Multiple)
Text: The flashings around the stacks are formed with mortar
Text: The flashings around the stacks are formed with mortar