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Chimney Survey in Reading Street
Chimney surveys in Reading Street from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Signs that a stack is leaning
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
Chimney survey in Reading Street
We inspect chimneys from wherever they can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there is access. With our Premium Survey, a drone inspection is included where applicable. If we can’t see part of the stack, the report makes that clear. Each defect is recorded with a photo and a plain description. We survey brick chimney stacks, shared and party-wall stacks and chimney pots and cowls, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where the stack meets the roof and unused flues sealed without airflow.
In a small place like Reading Street, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Location
- Reading Street (TN30)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Reading Street
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
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Reading Street: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Appledore (Kent) station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Do you cover smaller places like Reading Street?
Yes, Reading Street is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What do you check on a chimney?
Every part of the stack we can see from safe positions: from the pots and flaunching down to the flashings. We also note leaning, redundant stacks and damp inside.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Reading Street?
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A leaning stack should be looked at sooner rather than later. We record its condition and recommend a structural engineer where needed, so you can decide what to do next. In a place like Reading Street, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Brick stacks
Older brick stacks frequently have soft lime mortar. We note where repairs should match the original mortar.
Lead flashings
Some older stacks have mortar fillets instead of lead. They crack with age, and we check them too.
What a chimney survey does not cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Gas safety checks, which need a Gas Safe registered engineer
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- A structural engineer’s assessment
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flaunching
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Lead flashings
- Shared and party-wall stacks
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Glance at the stacks from the street now and then
- Note any damp on chimney breasts and when it appears
- Use the report as a baseline for future checks
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
You get the report by email and can pass it to whoever does the work. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so it is easy to follow.
Keep an eye on chimney breasts for new damp patches. The sooner damp is spotted, the easier the cause is to find.
Reading Street homes and their roofs
Smallhythe Place, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Reading Street. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Older houses across Kent often 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Appledore (Kent) station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Reading Street is about 9 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We visit Reading Street as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our Kent coverage includes Reading Street and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN30 postcode area for chimney surveys. We also cover the places around Reading Street: Stone Corner (1 mile south-west), Acton (2 miles south-west), Appledore Heath (2 miles east), Leigh Green (2 miles north-west) and Stone in Oxney (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), Tenterden (3 miles north-west), Kennington (11 miles north-east), New Romney (10 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (12 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Reading Street
Reading Street’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 3.3 miles east. A little further out are Smallhythe Place (1.8 miles west). Not far away are Orlestone Forest.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes an hour or two for most homes, a little longer where there are several stacks. In a hamlet or village like Reading Street, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- 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.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.