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Chimney Survey in Throwley
Find out what’s going on with the chimney stack before you decide what to do next. Chimney surveys in Throwley.
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Worn or missing pointing
- Damp on a chimney breast inside
About our chimney survey in Throwley
A chimney survey looks at the stack and everything around it: the pots and cowls, the flaunching on top, the pointing, the brickwork and the flashings where it meets the roof. We also look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey single stacks on houses and groups of stacks on bigger buildings. Typical surveys look at gaps where the stack meets the roof and damp on a chimney breast inside, on shared and party-wall stacks, chimney breasts and brick chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Throwley, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Throwley (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a chimney survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Parts of the stack that cannot be seen safely or belong to a neighbour we can’t access
- Whether the flue is safe to use
- Whether a gas appliance or its flue is safe
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Chimney pots and cowls
- Chimney breasts
- Flaunching
- Shared and party-wall stacks
- Brick chimney stacks
Chimney surveys in Throwley: local notes
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Belmont House and Gardens about 0.6 miles north-west, Throwley sits in an area with a long building history. 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 any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Faversham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael and All Angels, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Throwley is about 4 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Roofs in Throwley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Throwley and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in ME13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Throwley Forstal (1 mile south), Sheldwich (1 mile north-east), Badlesmere (1 mile east), Sheldwich Lees (1 mile east) and Eastling (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-west), Whitstable (10 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Throwley
For rail, the closest station is Faversham station, about 3.6 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (2.7 miles north-west).
What else we do in Throwley
Roof by roof
Chimney breasts and the loft
If a chimney breast has been removed below, we note what we can see of the support above. A structural engineer should confirm whether it’s adequate.
Brick stacks
Older brick stacks often have soft lime mortar. Repairs should suit the original materials, which we mention where relevant.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
- Check that disused chimneys can still breathe
- File photos of the stacks with your home records
- Ask about consent before removing a chimney on an older property
Where another specialist is needed, such as a structural engineer or sweep, we explain why. It gives them a clear starting point.
Get small mortar repairs done while they’re small. Small repairs now can save bigger work later.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Throwley
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Throwley. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
FAQs for Throwley
I let a flat near Faversham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Will you come out to Throwley?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I book a survey in Throwley?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Which parts of the chimney do you look at?
Every part of the stack we can see from safe positions: from the pots and flaunching down to the flashings. Leaning, unused stacks and damp on chimney breasts are recorded too.
What causes damp on a chimney breast?
There are a few common causes: water getting in at the top, through the brickwork or at the flashings, or moisture trapped in a stack with no ventilation. We look at each one and note the most likely cause.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What’s prompted the survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Throwley, 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.
- Each stack is inspected from safe positions outside.
- Pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked and photographed.
- Inside, the chimney breasts and the loft are checked for damp where there is access.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.