Hampshire · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Firgo
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Firgo, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
How a chimney survey works in Firgo
A leaning chimney stack is worth having looked at. A stack may lean because the mortar on one side has weakened, which can happen over many years of use. 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’ll recommend a structural engineer. Common reasons to book are frost-damaged brickwork on the stack and pots or cowls that look unsafe, on brick chimney stacks, shared and party-wall stacks and flaunching.
Some older homes in villages like Firgo are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Firgo (RG28)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Firgo
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Firgo?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
Will you come out to Firgo?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Also near Firgo
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DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
When to book a survey in Firgo
Some owners book because a chimney breast has been removed below and they want to know about the stack above. We record what we can see in the loft and outside, and recommend a structural engineer where support is in question.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- A stack that appears to lean
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Flaunching that has broken away
Anyone responsible for a site like Testbourne Community School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What experience they bring
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Remove aerials or dishes from the stack if they’re no longer needed
- Use the report as a baseline for future checks
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
If the stack is shared, you can pass the report to your neighbour. It shows what we found and where, as far as we could see.
Keep an eye on chimney breasts for new damp patches. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
Local roofs in Firgo
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Whitchurch (Hampshire) station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Firgo is about 6 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. Firgo is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Firgo is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for chimney surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Every address in RG28 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Firgo include Hurstbourne Priors (2 miles north-west), Whitchurch (2 miles north), Wells-in-the-Field (2 miles north-east), Freefolk (3 miles north-east) and Cole Henley (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (11 miles north-east), Winchester (10 miles south), Andover (6 miles west), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south), Tadley (13 miles north-east) and Hyde (9 miles south).
Local landmarks in Firgo
For rail, the closest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 2.4 miles north.
Prices for chimney surveys in Firgo
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Firgo, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.