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Chimney Roof Issue Report

Use this quick roof guide to record any visible issues.

It takes only a few minutes to complete and helps you keep on top of chimney maintenance before minor issues become bigger problems; if you submit, we’ll review your responses and contact you if a drone inspection or further action is recommended.

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Only complete this form from the ground or from a safe position, and never at height or in any unsafe position.

Response Key:

Pass - You have looked at the area and do not see any issues with it

Issue - You have looked at the area and believe there are some issues

Not Visible - You are unable to see the area and can't judge.

Is the chimney used for a fire, stove or appliance ?
Yes
No
Not Sure
Has there been any recent heavy rain, strong wind, or hot weather ?
Yes
No
Not Sure
Is the chimney stack straight and upright ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Is there any visible leaning, movement, or instability ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Would you like a drone inspection for a closer view of the stack?
Yes
No
Are the bricks and masonry in good condition ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Is the mortar pointing sound, even, and intact ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Are there any cracks, gaps, or crumbling areas?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Would you like a drone inspection for a closer look?
Yes
No
Is any cowl, guard, or terminal in good condition ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Is the flaunching (angled mortar at the top of the stack where the pot is mounted) around the pot intact and sound ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Would you like a drone inspection of the top of the chimney?
Yes
No
Are the flashings around the chimney secure and weather tight ?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Are there any signs of lifted leadwork, gaps, or loose edges?
Pass
Issue
Not Visible
Would you like a drone inspection for this junction ?
Yes
No
Is the chimney safely visible from the ground ?
Yes
No
If no, would you like a drone inspection ?
Yes
No
How urgent is the issue?
Low
Medium
High
Emergency
Has water entered the property ?
Yes
No
Not Sure

Disclaimer: 

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This form is for guidance and defect logging only. It is not a full survey, condition report, or specialist roof inspection, and must not be relied upon as a complete assessment of the property. Any drone inspection offered is an aerial visual inspection only unless otherwise stated. Hidden, inaccessible, or non-visible defects may not be identified.

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