Kent · London and the South East
Aylesford Chimney Survey
Find out the condition of the chimney stack at your property in Aylesford. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Flaunching that has broken away
Chimney survey in Aylesford
Many terraced and semi-detached homes share their chimney stacks with a neighbour. We inspect the parts we can see safely and the parts the owner gives us access to. Where a problem seems to involve a neighbour’s side, the report records it and you can then discuss it with them. Everything is written up with photos and our recommendations. If you’ve noticed gaps where the stack meets the roof and frost-damaged brickwork on the stack, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around Aylesford, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Aylesford (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Aylesford
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How big the roof is
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Anything about access we should know
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
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.
What a chimney survey looks like in Aylesford
Starkey Castle, about 4.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Aylesford. 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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Landlords with a home close to Aylesford station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Living close to Ditton Quarry is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Aylesford is about 3 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Aylesford is one of many places we visit across Kent. Aylesford is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for chimney surveys.
All of ME20 is within our area for chimney surveys. If you need a chimney survey at a property on Station Road, High Street and Hall Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Aylesford include Ditton (1 mile west), Allington (1 mile south-east), East Malling (2 miles west), Well Street (2 miles south-west) and Fant (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north-west).
Near you in Aylesford
In Aylesford, that means homes and buildings near Aylesford School, The Chequers pub and Ditton Quarry. Aylesford has its own railway station: Aylesford station. Nearby you’ll also find Allington Castle (1.7 miles east) and Medway megaliths (1.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Being in a smaller place like Aylesford doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Signs you need a chimney survey in Aylesford
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.
Common reasons to book include:
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Flaunching that has broken away
Take a building like Aylesford Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Can I check my roof myself?
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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Common questions in Aylesford
Is my home in Aylesford listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Aylesford?
Yes, Aylesford is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Can you survey a chimney stack we share with next door?
Yes. Shared stacks are common on terraced and semi-detached houses. We record the stack as far as we can see it and flag anything on the neighbour’s side.
Can you find out why my chimney breast is damp?
Damp on a chimney breast usually means water is getting into the stack, or moisture is trapped inside it. We check the stack, the flashings and how unused flues are capped and records the likely cause.
Can you give me structural calculations?
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.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Roof by roof
Chimney pots and cowls
A loose or cracked pot can fall from height. We record their condition with photos.
Flaunching
Sitting at the very top, flaunching is fully exposed. The survey checks for cracking and gaps around each pot.