Kent · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Bonnington
Find out the condition of the chimney stack at your property in Bonnington. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
Chimney survey in Bonnington
Damp on a chimney breast can have several causes. Water may be getting in at the top through cracked flaunching or an uncapped pot, through the brickwork, or at the flashings. Moisture trapped inside a stack with no ventilation can also cause damp. Our survey checks each of these and records the likely cause. That points the work in the right direction. If you’ve noticed pots or cowls that look unsafe and a chimney out of line, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on lead flashings, shared and party-wall stacks and chimney pots and cowls alike.
Somewhere as small as Bonnington, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. 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 normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Bonnington (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Chimney surveys in Bonnington: local notes
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Westenhanger Castle about 4.4 miles east, Bonnington sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you own a rental within reach of Ham Street station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Anyone responsible for a site like Aldington Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Bonnington is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Bonnington is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We work across TN25 for chimney surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Cherry Orchard Lane and Bourne Road, and we cover them all. We also cover Aldington (1 mile north-east), Clap Hill (1 mile north-east), Aldington Frith (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north-east) and Postling Green (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Hythe (7 miles east), Hawkinge (10 miles east) and Wincheap (14 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Bonnington
We work in homes and buildings around Poulton Wood and Walnut Tree Inn. Bonnington’s nearest station is Ham Street station, roughly 3.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Lympne Castle (4.2 miles east). Not far away are Hatch Park.
How we price chimney surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. Older rural homes like those around Bonnington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- Each stack is inspected from safe positions outside.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft space.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
To get a price for chimney surveys in Bonnington, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Have the flue swept and checked if you use the fire
- File photos of the stacks with your home records
- Note any damp on chimney breasts and when it appears
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
You can send the report to roofers or builders for quotes. With the same list in front of each contractor, comparing quotes is simpler.
Unused stacks should be capped in a way that still lets air through. Ventilation helps keep the stack dry.
Why act early in Bonnington
A damp chimney breast seldom dries out until the cause is found. It can stain walls and damage plaster. Knowing whether it’s the flaunching, flashings, brickwork or ventilation means the right fix can be planned. For an older or listed building in a place like Bonnington, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bonnington
- Over 20 years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Signs you need a chimney survey in Bonnington
Chimney stacks stand above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. Frost opens up cracks in the mortar, and rain gets into worn bricks and joints. People usually call us when they notice damp or a problem with the stack, or before a purchase.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- A chimney out of line
- Gaps in the mortar around the pots
If you live near a park such as Poulton Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used where lead would normally be. They crack with age, and we check them too.
Chimney breasts and the loft
If a chimney breast has been removed below, we note what we can see of the support above. Confirming the support is a job for a structural engineer.
Bonnington: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Bonnington is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Bonnington?
Yes, Bonnington is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
What happens next?
You will get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.