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Chimney survey in Westfield, Surrey
Chimney surveys in Westfield and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Signs that a stack is leaning
Chimney survey in Westfield: what you get
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. Water then gets into the stack and can show as damp on a chimney breast or a stain in the loft. A survey finds these problems and records them with photographs. If you are worried about damaged chimney pots and cowls and mortar washing out of the joints, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flaunching, lead flashings and brick chimney stacks alike.
In a smaller place like Westfield, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Westfield (GU22)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a chimney survey in Westfield
Stacks that were used for open fires for many years can weaken from the inside. Flue gases and damp can break down the mortar, sometimes more on one side than the other, which can make a stack lean.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Bricks with flaking faces
- Signs that a stack is leaning
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Cracked or missing flaunching
For businesses in and around places such as The Peacocks, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What insurance they carry
- What experience they bring
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
Westfield questions
Will you come out to Westfield?
Yes. Westfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Woking station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Should a redundant chimney be removed?
It depends on its condition and your plans. The survey shows its condition and how it’s been capped. If you’re thinking of removing it, check with the council first in a conservation area or on a listed building.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details as you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What this survey can’t tell you
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Hidden damage within the stack
- Gas safety checks, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Westfield
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Flaunching
- Shared and party-wall stacks
Landlords, agents and block managers in Westfield
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.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes an hour or two for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. A visit to Westfield is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the details: how many stacks, whether any are shared and any signs of damp.
- We inspect each stack from safe viewpoints outside.
- The pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings are checked and photographed.
- We check the chimney breasts and the stack in the roof space where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Flaunching
We frequently find flaunching that has cracked or broken away. It is typically a modest repair when it’s caught early.
Rendered stacks
Cracked render can let water in and trap it behind. We record any cracking and where it is.
Why get it checked now?
A small amount of repointing or new flaunching is typically a modest job. Leave it, and frost can work the stack loose, and the work grows. In an older home around Westfield, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Westfield
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- A written report with photographs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Places near Westfield
What else we do in Westfield
Chimney surveys around Westfield
Historic houses like Clandon Park, about 4.1 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Westfield goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Take a building like Westfield Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you live near a park such as Hoe Valley Linear Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Westfield is about 1 mile south-east of Woking, in Surrey. Roofs in Westfield get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Westfield is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for chimney surveys.
Every address in GU22 is within our area for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer chimney surveys to properties on Ash Road, Moor Lane and Loop Road and the roads around them. Westfield is on the A247, so it is easy for us to get to. We also cover the places around Westfield: Old Woking (1 mile east), Woking (1 mile north-west), Goldsworth Park (1 mile north-west), St John's (2 miles north-west) and Horsell (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (4 miles south), Camberley (8 miles west), Epsom (13 miles east), Farnham (12 miles south-west), Ewell (14 miles east) and Egham (9 miles north).
What’s near Westfield
We work in homes and buildings around Hoe Valley School, Hoe Valley School and Hoe Valley Linear Park. Westfield’s nearest station is Woking station, roughly 1.2 miles north. Nearby you will also find Woking Community Hospital (1 mile north) and Guildford Castle (4.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Pewley Hill and Boldermere Lake.