Kent · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Kempe's Corner
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Kempe's Corner, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney pots and cowls
Damaged pots are a safety concern as well as a leak risk. We record their condition with photos.
Chimney breasts and the loft
Where a breast has been taken out, we look at what supports the stack. A structural engineer should confirm whether it is adequate.
About our chimney survey in Kempe's Corner
Our survey covers the structure of the stack and its weathering details. It isn’t a flue inspection, a sweep or a gas safety check. If you use a fire or a gas appliance, the flue should be checked by a sweep or a Gas Safe registered engineer as appropriate. We will tell you if we see anything that suggests they should take a look. We survey lead flashings, chimney pots and cowls and chimney breasts, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are frost-damaged brickwork on the stack and flaunching that has broken away.
In a village or hamlet like Kempe's Corner, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Kempe's Corner (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
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.
What we cannot see
A survey is a careful look at the chimney stack, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Checks on boilers, fires or their flues
- Hidden damage within the stack
- A structural engineer’s assessment
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Brick chimney stacks
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Lead flashings
Places near Kempe's Corner
Also in Kempe's Corner
What a chimney survey looks like in Kempe's Corner
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 3.8 miles south-west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Kempe's Corner has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
The streets around a church such as All Saints’ Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Homes near green spaces like Conningbrook Lakes Country Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For businesses in and around places such as County Square, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Kempe's Corner is about 4 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. We visit Kempe's Corner as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area for chimney surveys. Streets in the area include Harville Road and Canterbury Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Boughton Corner (1 mile north), Boughton Aluph (1 mile north), Wye (1 mile east), Brook (2 miles south-east) and Hinxhill (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (4 miles south-west), Canterbury (10 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
What’s near Kempe's Corner
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wye School, The Tickled Trout pub and Wye School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Wye station, roughly 0.8 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include County Square (3 miles south-west) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Kempe's Corner includes Hatch Park.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
Where another specialist is needed, such as a structural engineer or sweep, we explain why. That helps you brief them.
Look at your chimneys from ground level now and then, particularly after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often see cracked flaunching or lifted lead.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kempe's Corner
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Kempe's Corner and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Kempe's Corner, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- We check every stack from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft space.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
FAQs for Kempe's Corner
How do I find out if my home in Kempe's Corner is listed?
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.
Will you come out to Kempe's Corner?
Yes. Kempe's Corner is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What happens next?
You will get the report by email. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How do I book a survey in Kempe's Corner?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.