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Chimney Survey in Marlpit Hill
We carry out chimney surveys in Marlpit Hill and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
How a chimney survey works in Marlpit Hill
On terraced and semi-detached houses, a chimney stack is often shared with next door. We look at 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 photo-illustrated written report and what we recommend. Common reasons to book are gaps in the mortar around the pots and mortar washing out of the joints, across chimney breasts, chimney pots and cowls and lead flashings.
Somewhere as small as Marlpit Hill, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Marlpit Hill (TN8)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Marlpit Hill
Most people never get a careful look at their chimney stacks. Defects tend to go unseen until there is a stain. A survey gives you a clear picture before that happens. Older and listed buildings around Marlpit Hill may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Marlpit Hill questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Marlpit Hill?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can a landlord with a rental near Edenbridge station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Should a redundant chimney be removed?
An unused stack still needs to stay weathertight and ventilated. If it is capped without ventilation, damp can build up inside. Our survey records its condition and how it is capped, so you can plan what to do with it.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, tell us when booking.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
For a price for chimney surveys in Marlpit Hill, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Marlpit Hill
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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 Chartwell about 2.5 miles north, Marlpit Hill sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently 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.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Edenbridge station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Anyone responsible for a site like Edenbridge Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Marlpit Hill is about 7 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. We survey roofs in Marlpit Hill as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Marlpit Hill. There’s also a page for Crawley.
We survey roofs across the TN8 postcode area for chimney surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Pit Lane, Main Road and Meadow Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Mowshurst (1 mile east), Edenbridge (1 mile south), Troy Town (1 mile west), Pootings (1 mile north-east) and Four Elms (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Marlpit Hill
We work in homes and buildings around The Swan pub, among other places. There is a railway station in Marlpit Hill itself: Edenbridge station. Well-known places in the area include Haxted Watermill Museum (1.9 miles south-west) and Hever Castle (2.8 miles south-east).
What we can’t see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Conditions inside walls
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Marlpit Hill
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Marlpit Hill needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- We check the roof around each stack, including the flashings.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Flaunching
Sitting at the very top, flaunching is fully exposed. We look for cracks, gaps around the pots and missing pieces.
Rendered stacks
Water can get in through cracks and then struggle to dry out. Cracks are photographed and noted.