Kent · London and the South East
Chimney survey in Pembles Cross, Kent
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching in Pembles Cross. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
How a chimney survey works in Pembles Cross
A chimney stands up above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. Over the years, the flaunching cracks, the pointing wears and flashings lift. That lets water into the brickwork, which can show up as damp on a chimney breast or in the loft space. We record what we find with photographs and recommendations. We survey brick chimney stacks, chimney breasts and chimney pots and cowls, and people most often book us about cracked or missing flaunching and gaps where the stack meets the roof.
In a small place like Pembles Cross, 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Pembles Cross (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Pembles Cross often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You let us know whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- We check 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
For a price for chimney surveys in Pembles Cross, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Do you need a chimney survey in Pembles Cross?
Many chimneys are no longer used. 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.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Signs that a stack is leaning
If you look after a building such as Egerton Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their insurance cover
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Places near Pembles Cross
What else we do in Pembles Cross
Pembles Cross questions
Is Pembles Cross within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Lenham station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Prices for chimney surveys in Pembles Cross
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The size of the roof
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Pembles Cross
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Chimney surveys around Pembles Cross
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Pembles Cross has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 5 miles north-west. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Lenham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as Church of St James 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.
Pembles Cross is about 8 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings from Pembles Cross are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We survey roofs across TN27 for chimney surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Potter's Forstal (1 mile south), Egerton Forstal (1 mile south), Newland Green (1 mile south-east), Egerton (1 mile east) and Mundy Bois (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Pembles Cross
Pembles Cross’s nearest station is Lenham station, roughly 2.8 miles north. A little further out are Coldbridge Castle (0.5 miles north-west).
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you’re thinking of removing or reducing a stack, it’s useful to know its condition first. Changes to stacks in conservation areas or on listed buildings may need consent and the council can advise. Around Pembles Cross, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Pembles Cross
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys on any day of the week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What a chimney survey does not cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Conditions inside walls
- Checks on boilers, fires or their flues
- Whether a stack needs rebuilding on structural grounds
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Chimney breasts