Kent · London and the South East
Chimney survey in Matfield, Kent
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Matfield, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Worn or missing pointing
- Lifted or split lead flashings
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
Local roofs in Matfield
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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. The wider area around Matfield has a long history of building, with Scotney Castle about 4.5 miles south. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Paddock Wood station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Ebenezer Church (Matfield), old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Matfield is about 5 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Roofs in Matfield get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Matfield and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN12 is covered for chimney surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Standings Close, Homebush Green and Chestnut Lane. We also cover the places around Matfield: Petteridge (1 mile south-east), Brenchley (1 mile east), Colt's Hill (1 mile north-west), Key's Green (2 miles south-west) and Paddock Wood (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles west), Tonbridge (5 miles north-west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Near you in Matfield
Around Matfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Poet at Matfield pub, Brenchley Wood and Mascalls School. For rail, the closest station is Paddock Wood station, about 2.1 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (2.9 miles west) and The Hop Farm Museum (3.1 miles north). Not far away are Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
About our chimney survey in Matfield
Our survey covers the structure of the stack and its weathering details. It’s not a flue inspection, a chimney sweep or a gas safety inspection. For the flue itself, you will need a sweep or, for gas appliances, a Gas Safe registered engineer. If something we see points to the flue, we’ll say so. If you’re worried about bricks with flaking faces and damaged chimney pots and cowls, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Matfield, 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.
The report records the chimney stack as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Matfield (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Matfield
Lots of homes have redundant stacks. If a stack is capped or blocked without ventilation, moisture can build up inside. That can lead to damp patches on chimney breasts, even with the roof in good order.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- Gaps where the stack meets the roof
- Worn or missing pointing
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
If you look after a building such as Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How soon the report will arrive
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Your questions about chimney surveys in Matfield
Is my home in Matfield listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Paddock Wood station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when you book.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check unused flues are capped with ventilation
- Photograph damp patches with the date
- Check with the council before altering a stack in a conservation area or on a listed building
- Keep the report to compare against at the next survey
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer or builder. We use plain English and a photo for each defect so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Watch for damp or staining on chimney breasts. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Matfield
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. Somewhere as small as Matfield, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We go through the chimneys, any damp and any work done on them.
- We look at every stack from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We photograph and record the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft space.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Advice
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Why it is worth a survey now in Matfield
If you are thinking of removing or reducing a stack, it helps to know its condition first. Changes to stacks in conservation areas or on listed buildings may need consent and the council can advise. For older village homes like those around Matfield, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.