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Frimley Chimney Survey
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Frimley, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Worn or missing pointing
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Flaunching that has broken away
About our chimney survey in Frimley
A chimney stands up above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. Over the years, the flaunching cracks, the pointing wears and flashings lift. That lets water into the brickwork, which can show up as damp on a chimney breast or in the loft space. We record what we find with photographs and recommendations. We survey chimney breasts, brick chimney stacks and flaunching, and people most often book us about lifted or split lead flashings and mortar washing out of the joints.
Semis and terraces in a town like Frimley share roof details with the neighbours. A shared chimney stack or a gutter run across two houses means a defect may sit partly on someone else’s property. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can safely be seen. Tell us as you book if you know of anything shared with next door.
Where we can’t see part of the chimney stack, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Frimley (GU16, GU15)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Frimley
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St. Peter's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Homes near green spaces such as Frimley Lodge Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Take a building like Lakeside Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Frimley is about 1 mile south of Camberley, in Surrey. Anywhere in Frimley, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Surrey. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for chimney surveys: GU16 and GU15. Local streets include Church Road, Frimley High Street and Station Road, all of which we cover. Being close to the A325 and B311, Frimley is easy for us to reach for chimney surveys. If you’re just outside Frimley, we cover Frimley Green (1 mile south), Deepcut (1 mile east), Camberley (1 mile north), Watchmoor (2 miles north-west) and York Town (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Farnham (8 miles south), Egham (11 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles east) and Staines-upon-Thames (13 miles north-east).
Around Frimley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Tomlinscote School, The White Hart Public House and Frimley Lodge Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Frimley is Frimley station, roughly 0.7 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Frimley Park Hospital (0.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Heath Museum (1.9 miles north). Not far away are Danger Hill and Wildmoor Heath.
Other services in Frimley
Landlord and commercial surveys in Frimley
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In Frimley, parking is rarely complicated, though it helps to know about driveways or restrictions. The inspection covers everything that’s safely in view from outside, from windows and from the loft space.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- We look at the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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Frimley questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Frimley station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
How do I find out if my home in Frimley is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you work in Frimley?
Yes. Frimley is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Frimley?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. The report follows by email.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photographs, explaining the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Note any damp on chimney breasts and when it appears
- Use the report as a baseline for future checks
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer or builder. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so it’s easy to follow.
Watch for damp or staining on chimney breasts. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Roof by roof
Brick stacks
Most chimney stacks are built of brick, with mortar joints that wear over time. We check the bricks for spalling and the joints for erosion.
Rendered stacks
We can’t see the bricks behind render without it being opened up, so the report explains what we could and couldn’t assess.