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Chimney survey in Stone in Oxney, Kent
Not sure what state the chimney stack is in? You can book a chimney survey in Stone in Oxney and across Kent.
- Spalled or crumbling bricks
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
Stone in Oxney homes and their roofs
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 3.2 miles north-west lies Smallhythe Place, a reminder of how long the area around Stone in Oxney has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often 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.
For landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Stone in Oxney is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Stone in Oxney as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We work across TN30 for chimney surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Forge Meadow and Church Hill. Other places close to Stone in Oxney include Appledore (1 mile north-east), Appledore Heath (2 miles north-east), Stone Corner (2 miles west), Reading Street (2 miles north-west) and The Stocks (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (10 miles north-east), Hythe (14 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles north-west), Kennington (12 miles north-east), New Romney (8 miles east) and Staplehurst (14 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Stone in Oxney
The nearest railway station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 2.5 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Smallhythe Place (3.2 miles north-west) and Ypres Tower (4.9 miles south).
Chimney survey in Stone in Oxney: what you get
Redundant chimneys are common, especially where fires have been replaced by central heating. Even when it is not used, a stack has to stay weathertight. If it has been capped without ventilation, damp can build up inside it. We check how redundant stacks have been capped and look for damp in the chimney breasts. You get photos of each stack and our recommendations. If you’ve noticed damaged chimney pots and cowls and frost-damaged brickwork on the stack, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Stone in Oxney, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Stone in Oxney (TN30)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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When to book a survey in Stone in Oxney
A stack takes the weather from every direction. Frost opens up cracks in the mortar, and rain gets into worn bricks and joints. People usually call us when they notice damp or a problem with the stack, or before a purchase.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- A stack that appears to lean
The streets around a church like Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What they won’t be able to tell you
What we do, step by step
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 about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Stone in Oxney, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
- Any lean, spalling or worn pointing is recorded.
- The report explains the condition and which work is most urgent.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
For a price for chimney surveys in Stone in Oxney, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What a chimney survey doesn’t cover
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:
- The inside of the flue, which needs a sweep or flue specialist
- Checks on boilers, fires or their flues
- What’s inside the brickwork or behind render, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Chimney breasts
- Brick chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flaunching
- Chimney pots and cowls
Why it’s worth a survey now in Stone in Oxney
Cracked flaunching and worn pointing are frequently modest repairs when they’re caught early. Leave it, and frost can work the stack loose, and the work grows. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Stone in Oxney
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Package prices that include VAT
Questions from Stone in Oxney
Can a landlord with a rental near Appledore (Kent) station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Stone in Oxney?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How much does a chimney survey cost in Stone in Oxney?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Should a redundant chimney be removed?
It depends on its condition and your plans. We record how the stack is doing and whether it is capped with ventilation. If you are thinking of removing it, check with the council first in a conservation area or on a listed building.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
How do you inspect a chimney without scaffolding?
Each stack is viewed from the safest viewpoints: from ground level, windows and vantage points, and from the loft where there is access. Our Premium Survey includes a drone inspection where it applies. If part of a stack can’t be seen, the report says so.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What affects the price in Stone in Oxney
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.