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Chimney survey in George Green, Slough
Wondering about the chimney stack at a property in George Green? We carry out chimney surveys in George Green and across Slough.
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. In a hamlet or village like George Green, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you let us know about the chimneys, any damp on the chimney breasts and any worries.
- The stacks are looked at from the ground, from windows and from other safe vantage points.
- We check and photograph the pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in George Green
If you are buying a home with chimneys, it is worth knowing their condition before you exchange. Cracked flaunching, failed flashings and worn pointing are common findings on older stacks. You get photographs and findings you can take back to the seller or agent. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it. Common reasons to book are loose, cracked or missing pots and a chimney out of line, across chimney breasts, flaunching and brick chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like George Green, 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. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- George Green (SL3)
- Region
- Slough
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near George Green
Also in George Green
Roof by roof
Chimney pots and cowls
Pots sit in the flaunching on top of the stack, and cowls or caps sit on the pots. We check that they look secure and undamaged.
Brick stacks
Many older stacks were built with lime mortar. Repairs should suit the original materials, which we mention where relevant.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in George Green
Historic houses such as Windsor Castle, about 3.3 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around George Green goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wexham Court Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Mary: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
George Green is about 2 miles east of Slough, in Slough. Surveys in George Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Every address in SL3 is covered for chimney surveys. Streets in the area include Thorn Drive, August End and Blinco Lane. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Middlegreen (1 mile south), Wexham Court (1 mile north-west), Langley (1 mile south), Shreding Green (1 mile east) and Wexham Street (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Cippenham (4 miles west), Chalvey (3 miles south-west), Britwell (3 miles west), Burnham (4 miles west), Datchet (3 miles south) and Huntercombe (4 miles west).
Landmarks near George Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wexham School, The George Public House and Upton Court Grammar School. For rail, the closest station is Langley station, about 1.2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include The Pavilions (3.7 miles north-east) and Museum of Eton Life (3.1 miles south-west). The countryside around George Green includes Stoke Common.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
George Green questions
Do you cover smaller places like George Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in George Green listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How do I arrange a chimney survey in George Green?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
My chimney looks like it’s leaning. What should I do?
A leaning stack should be looked at. Our survey notes how it looks and the condition of the bricks and joints, and recommend a structural engineer where it may be a structural concern.
Can you survey a chimney stack we share with next door?
Yes. We look at the parts we can see safely and the parts you can give us access to. If a defect seems to be on your neighbour’s side, the report records it, so you can discuss it with them.
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 look at each one and note the most likely cause.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
Why get it checked now?
A loose pot or brick can fall from height. Finding them early means they can be dealt with before they come down by a roofer. Older and listed buildings around George Green may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in George Green
- Visits on any day of the week
- PI and public liability insurance
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, including VAT
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What affects the price in George Green
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
When to book a survey in George Green
Many chimneys are no longer used. If a stack is capped or blocked without ventilation, moisture can build up inside. That can lead to damp patches on chimney breasts, even with the roof in good order.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
Shop and office owners around The Pavilions may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you get a written report with photos