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Farnham Royal Chimney Survey
Find out the condition of the chimney stack at your property in Farnham Royal from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
- A stack that appears to lean
- Mortar washing out of the joints
Do you need a chimney survey in Farnham Royal?
Aerials and dishes are frequently fixed to stacks. The extra load in wind can work bricks and joints loose. Any fixings on the stack are checked and recorded.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- A chimney out of line
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Lifted or split lead flashings
Trees in and around Cocksherd Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What exactly goes into their report
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Farnham Royal
Many homes have chimneys that are no longer used. Even when it is not used, a stack has to stay weathertight. Capping a stack without ventilation can trap moisture and lead to damp inside. Our survey looks at how each unused stack has been capped and checks the breasts for damp. The report sets out what we found and what we recommend. Common reasons to book are cracked or missing flaunching and a chimney out of line, on brick chimney stacks, flaunching and chimney pots and cowls.
In a village or hamlet like Farnham Royal, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Farnham Royal (SL2)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. Cottages and farmhouses around Farnham Royal often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- We note the brickwork, pointing and any sign of leaning.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Chimney breasts and the loft
If a chimney breast has been removed below, we note what we can see of the support above. Confirming the support is a job for a structural engineer.
Lead flashings
Where the chimney meets the roof slopes, lead flashings keep water out. The survey looks at whether the lead is tight, sound and well fixed.
Towns and villages near Farnham Royal
Other services in Farnham Royal
What happens if roof problems are left?
A leaning stack should be looked at sooner rather than later. We record its condition and recommend a structural engineer where needed, so you know where you stand. Around Farnham Royal, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why book us in Farnham Royal
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- 20+ years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Chimney surveys in Farnham Royal: local notes
The wider area around Farnham Royal has a long history of building, with Cliveden about 3.3 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Burnham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Farnham Royal is about 2 miles north of Slough, in Slough. Farnham Royal is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. Reading is in our area too.
Surveys in SL2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Church Road, Sospel Court and Montague Close. We also cover Britwell (1 mile south-west), East Burnham (1 mile north-west), Farnham Common (1 mile north), Egypt (1 mile north) and Slough (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Langley (4 miles south-east), Upton (3 miles south-east), Datchet (4 miles south-east), Ditton (4 miles south-east), Poyle (6 miles south-east) and Colnbrook (6 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Farnham Royal
In Farnham Royal, that means homes and buildings near The Crown Public House, Cocksherd Wood and Caldicott School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Burnham station, about 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Wexham Park Hospital (1.8 miles east) and Windsor Castle (4 miles south). The countryside around Farnham Royal includes Burnham Beeches and Taplow Lake.
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Farnham Royal: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Burnham station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Farnham Royal listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Why is my chimney breast damp?
There are a few common causes: cracked flaunching, worn pointing, failed flashings, uncapped pots, or damp trapped in an unventilated stack. We check each one and note the most likely cause.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Prices for chimney surveys in Farnham Royal
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.