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Chimney survey in Curteis' Corner, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for chimney surveys in Curteis' Corner. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- A chimney out of line
Chimney survey in Curteis' Corner: what you get
On terraced and semi-detached houses, a chimney stack is often shared with next door. We check what can be seen safely and what the owner gives us access to. Where a problem seems to involve a neighbour’s side, the report records it, so you can talk to them. You get a report with photographs and what we recommend. We are frequently asked to look into damaged chimney pots and cowls and damp patches on chimney breasts, on chimney pots and cowls, chimney breasts and lead flashings.
In a small place like Curteis' Corner, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Curteis' Corner (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about chimney surveys in Curteis' Corner
Is my home in Curteis' Corner listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can a landlord with a rental near Headcorn station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. We will confirm the timing when you book.
What’s in the report?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do you need to go on the roof to check the chimney?
We use safe viewpoints rather than climbing onto the stack. A drone inspection is part of the Premium Survey where applicable. The report is clear about anything that couldn’t be seen.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Chimney surveys in Curteis' Corner: local notes
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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Parish Church of All Saints: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you look after a building such as John Mayne Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Curteis' Corner is about 10 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Roofs in Curteis' Corner get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Chimney surveys in TN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer chimney surveys to properties on Headcorn Road, Smarden Road and Cot Lane. We also cover Standen (1 mile north-east), Biddenden (1 mile south-west), Lashenden (1 mile north), Stede Quarter (1 mile south-east) and Hareplain (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (12 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (12 miles west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
Near you in Curteis' Corner
In Curteis' Corner, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion Inn. For rail, the closest station is Headcorn station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sissinghurst Castle (3 miles west) and Benenden Hospital (3 miles south-west).
Places near Curteis' Corner
What else we do in Curteis' Corner
What we look for on each type of roof
Brick stacks
Spalled bricks, where the face has flaked off, are a sign of water and frost. Any spalling is noted with photos.
Chimney pots and cowls
On redundant flues, we look at how the pots are capped. Poor capping can lead to damp inside the stack.
When to book a survey in Curteis' Corner
Years of fires can affect the mortar inside a stack. Mortar can deteriorate unevenly from flue gases and moisture, which is one reason stacks start to lean.
Problems we come across often include:
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Mortar washing out of the joints
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Headcorn station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What experience they bring
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Curteis' Corner can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We go through the chimneys, any damp and any work done on them.
- We check every stack from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there’s access.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
If you’re thinking of removing or reducing a stack, it helps to know its condition first. In a conservation area or on a listed building, changes may need permission from the council, so check with them first. Older and listed buildings around Curteis' Corner may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Curteis' Corner
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.