Kent · London and the South East
Glassenbury Chimney Survey
Chimney surveys in Glassenbury from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Loose, cracked or missing pots
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Staining on walls around the chimney
Do you need a chimney survey in Glassenbury?
Removing a chimney breast inside can leave questions about how the stack is supported. We note what’s visible in the loft space and outside, and the report recommends a structural engineer if support is a concern.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Staining on walls around the chimney
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
Living close to Crane Valley is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is added on top
How a chimney survey works in Glassenbury
If a chimney looks out of line, it is worth getting it checked. A stack may lean because the mortar on one side has weakened, which can happen over many years of use. We record the lean and the condition of the brickwork and pointing. If the stack looks like a structural issue, the report recommends a structural engineer. Common reasons to book are flashings pulling away from the stack and cracked or missing flaunching, across shared and party-wall stacks, lead flashings and chimney pots and cowls.
In a small place like Glassenbury, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Glassenbury (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. Cottages and farmhouses around Glassenbury frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You tell us whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- We look at the flaunching and pots on every stack.
- We note the brickwork, pointing and any sign of leaning.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Why act early in Glassenbury
If you’re buying, find out about the stacks before you exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, the work is down to you. A report gives you something specific to put to the seller. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent look at the roof
- Photographs and a written report every time
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What a chimney survey does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Gas safety checks, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
- Hidden damage within the stack
- Structural calculations for a leaning stack
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Glassenbury
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
Questions from Glassenbury
Do you cover smaller places like Glassenbury?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. 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.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Glassenbury?
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.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you check the chimney is safe to use with a fire?
No. A flue inspection, sweep or gas safety check is a separate job. We look at the stack, pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings, and damp inside and flag anything that suggests the flue needs a look.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Chimney surveys around Glassenbury
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Scotney Castle, about 4 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Glassenbury goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Anyone responsible for a site like High Weald Academy will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Glassenbury is about 10 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Anywhere in Glassenbury, we can carry out chimney surveys at your property. Glassenbury is one of the places in Kent where we work for chimney surveys. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of TN17 for chimney surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Goudhurst (2 miles north-west), Brandfold (2 miles north-west), Smallbridge (3 miles north-west), Broad Ford (3 miles north-west) and Capel Cross (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north), Foley Park (12 miles north) and Paddock Wood (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Glassenbury
Typical jobs here are in homes near Crane Valley, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Benenden Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.7 miles east).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.