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Middlegreen Chimney Survey
Chimney surveys in Middlegreen and the rest of Slough. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Bricks with flaking faces
How a chimney survey works in Middlegreen
Chimney stacks take more weather than almost any other part of a house. In time, flaunching cracks, mortar washes out and flashings come loose. Water then gets into the stack and can show as damp on a chimney breast or a stain in the loft. We record what we find with photos and recommendations. We survey flaunching, chimney pots and cowls and brick chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are signs that a stack is leaning and unused flues sealed without airflow.
In a village or hamlet like Middlegreen, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Middlegreen (SL3)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a chimney survey looks like in Middlegreen
Historic houses such as Windsor Castle, about 2.8 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Middlegreen goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you look after a building like The Langley Academy Primary, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near St Mary the Virgin Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you live near a park like Ditton Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Middlegreen is about 2 miles east of Slough, in Slough. We survey roofs in Middlegreen and the rest of Slough. Our area takes in places right across Slough. Guildford is in our area too.
We cover every part of SL3 for chimney surveys and the streets around it. We offer chimney surveys to properties on Laurel Avenue, St Mary's Road and Maryside. Other places close to Middlegreen include Langley (1 mile south-east), George Green (1 mile north), Shreding Green (1 mile north-east), Upton (2 miles west) and Wexham Court (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Cippenham (4 miles west), Britwell (3 miles north-west), Burnham (5 miles west), Stoke Poges (3 miles north-west), Huntercombe (4 miles west) and Farnham Common (4 miles north-west).
What’s near Middlegreen
In Middlegreen, that means homes and buildings near Upton Court Grammar School, The Chestnuts pub and Langley Academy, among other places. Middlegreen’s nearest station is Langley station, roughly 0.7 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Windsor Castle (2.8 miles south-west) and Museum of Eton Life (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Middlegreen include Stoke Common.
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. On timing, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Middlegreen, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We go through the chimneys, any damp and any work done on them.
- We check every stack from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there’s access.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Checking the roof from the ground
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
FAQs for Middlegreen
Can a landlord with a rental near Langley station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Middlegreen?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you survey a chimney stack we share with next door?
Yes. We inspect what can safely be seen and what you give us access to. If a defect seems to be on your neighbour’s side, the report records it and you can raise it with them.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Is Middlegreen in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in Middlegreen and the rest of Slough. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Use the report as a baseline for future checks
- Make sure unused flues are capped with ventilation
Many people use the report to get quotes for the work. With the same list in front of each contractor, comparing quotes is simpler.
Keep an eye on chimney breasts for new damp patches. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
How the survey changes by roof type
Rendered stacks
Some stacks are rendered, which can hide the condition of the brickwork beneath. The survey checks for cracking, bulging and staining in the render.
Chimney pots and cowls
Each pot is bedded into the flaunching, often with a cowl or cap on top. We check that they look secure and undamaged.
What we cannot see
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Hidden sides of a shared stack
- Whether the flue is safe to use
- Checks on boilers, fires or their flues
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Middlegreen
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Flaunching
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.