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Chimney Survey in Kings Hill
We carry out chimney surveys in Kings Hill and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Flaunching that has broken away
Chimney survey in Kings Hill: what you get
A damp patch on a chimney breast doesn’t always come from the same place. 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. You then know where to start. If you are worried about worn or missing pointing and a stack that appears to lean, we can find out what’s behind it, on brick chimney stacks, chimney breasts and shared and party-wall stacks alike.
In a smaller place like Kings Hill, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are normally where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Kings Hill (ME19)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Gas safety checks, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Parts of the stack that cannot be seen safely or belong to a neighbour we can’t access
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts
- Flaunching
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Kings Hill
With Old Soar Manor about 3.7 miles west, Kings Hill sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own a rental within reach of West Malling station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Kings Hill School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Trees in and around Manor Park Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Kings Hill is about 5 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether the building in Kings Hill is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across Kent, we cover Kings Hill.
We cover every part of ME19 for chimney surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets like Churchill Square, Townsend Square and Ruton Square, and we cover them all. Other places close to Kings Hill include Well Street (1 mile north-east), Red Hill (1 mile south-east), Wateringbury (1 mile south-east), West Malling (2 miles north) and Nettlestead (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (9 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-west) and Gravesend (11 miles north).
Near you in Kings Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Manor Park Country Park and The Malling School and the streets around them. Kings Hill’s nearest station is West Malling station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Maidstone Hospital (3.4 miles east) and Leybourne Castle (2.3 miles north).
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. A visit to Kings Hill is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First we talk through the stacks, their history and any problems.
- Each stack is inspected from safe positions outside.
- Pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there is access.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
Why act early in Kings Hill
A leaning stack should be looked at sooner rather than later. We record its condition and recommend a structural engineer where needed, so you know where you stand. In an older home around Kings Hill, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What we look for on each type of roof
Brick stacks
Many older stacks were built with lime mortar. We note where repairs should match the original mortar.
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joint between the stack and the roof. The survey looks at whether the lead is tight, sound and well fixed.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Places near Kings Hill
Also in Kings Hill
Landlord and commercial surveys in Kings Hill
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents and landlords in Kings Hill book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the chimney stack, with photos.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Kings Hill
I let a flat near West Malling station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is Kings Hill within the area you cover?
Yes, Kings Hill is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How can you see the top of the stack?
We inspect from wherever is safe: from ground level, windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there’s access. A drone inspection is included in our Premium Survey where it applies. We note anything we couldn’t see.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How do I book a survey in Kings Hill?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.