Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Kingsash
Get a clear view of the chimney stack at a property in Kingsash. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Bricks with flaking faces
Chimney survey in Kingsash
Redundant chimneys are common, especially where fires have been replaced by central heating. 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. We check how redundant stacks have been capped and look for damp in the chimney breasts. The report sets out what we found and what we recommend. Common reasons to book are frost-damaged brickwork on the stack and disused chimneys trapping moisture, on lead flashings, shared and party-wall stacks and chimney breasts.
Some older homes in villages like Kingsash are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Kingsash (HP16)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Chimney surveys in Kingsash: local notes
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Cholesbury Manor House, about 2.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Kingsash. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Wendover station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Anyone responsible for a site like Wendover House School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Kingsash is about 5 miles north-west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. In Kingsash, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Here we cover the HP16 postcode area for chimney surveys. Other places close to Kingsash include Lee Gate (1 mile east), Wendover Dean (1 mile south-west), Hunt's Green (1 mile south-east), Wendover (2 miles north-west) and Great Missenden (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (7 miles north-west), High Wycombe (8 miles south), Chesham (5 miles south-east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (7 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Kingsash
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Gate Public House and John Colet School. The nearest railway station is Wendover station, roughly 2 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Trenchard Museum (2.4 miles north) and Chiltern Hospital (3.7 miles south). Not far away are Dancersend Nature Reserve and Haddington Hill.
Signs you need a chimney survey in Kingsash
Where a chimney meets the roof, lead flashings keep water out. They can lift in wind, crack with age or pull out of the mortar joints. Failed flashings are one of the most common causes of damp around chimneys. Lead is also a target for theft.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Flaunching that has broken away
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Old Church of St John the Baptist, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Brick stacks
Most chimney stacks are built of brick, with mortar joints that wear over time. The survey looks for crumbling bricks and worn or missing mortar.
Questions from Kingsash
Is my home in Kingsash 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.
I let a flat near Wendover station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Also near Kingsash
What else we do in Kingsash
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
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.
Prices for chimney surveys in Kingsash
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Kingsash, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.