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Chimney survey in Weddington, Kent
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching for Weddington, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Signs that a stack is leaning
- Eroded joints in the brickwork
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
Chimney survey in Weddington
A chimney survey looks at the stack and everything around it: pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, bricks and the flashings at the roof line. We also look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access. You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations. We survey single stacks on houses and groups of stacks on bigger buildings. If you’re worried about flashings pulling away from the stack and loose, cracked or missing pots, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Weddington (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Weddington
Weddington is within about 5 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. With Goodnestone Park about 3.9 miles south-west, Weddington 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Nicholas, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you let a flat or house near Sandwich station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Weddington is about 7 miles south-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Weddington is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Weddington is one of the places in Kent we cover. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
All of CT3 is covered for chimney surveys. Nearby, we also carry out chimney surveys in Cop Street (1 mile north), Ash (1 mile south-west), Guilton (1 mile south-west), Coombe (1 mile south) and Durlock (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Weddington
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequer Inn. The nearest railway station is Sandwich station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find White Mill (1.9 miles east). Open spaces near Weddington include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
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.
Landlords and agents in Weddington book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the chimney stack, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Weddington
Cracked flaunching and worn pointing are frequently modest repairs when they’re caught early. Left for a few winters, frost and water can loosen pots and bricks, and the work grows. In a place like Weddington, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What affects the cost of chimney surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Your questions about chimney surveys in Weddington
Can a landlord with a rental near Sandwich station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is Weddington within the area you cover?
Yes, Weddington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What does a chimney survey cover?
We check the pots, cowls, flaunching, pointing, brickwork and flashings. We also check chimney breasts and the stack in the roof space where we can reach. Everything is written up with photos.
Is a chimney survey the same as a flue inspection?
No. We survey the stack and its weathering, not the flue. For the flue, you’ll need a sweep or, for gas, a Gas Safe registered engineer.
What should I do with a chimney I don’t use?
A redundant chimney needs looking after like any other. If it’s capped without ventilation, damp can build up inside. We check how it’s capped and its condition, so you can plan what to do with it.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you survey a chimney stack we share with next door?
Yes. Shared stacks are common on terraced and semi-detached houses. We survey what we can see safely, and note anything that seems to involve next door.
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How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. Rural addresses near Weddington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start by noting which stacks are in use, shared or causing concern.
- The flashings and the roof around each chimney are inspected.
- The top of each stack is checked for cracked flaunching and loose pots.
- We note the brickwork, pointing and any sign of leaning.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney pots and cowls
On redundant flues, we check how the pots are capped. Capping without ventilation can trap moisture.
Lead flashings
Some older stacks have mortar fillets instead of lead. They tend to crack, so we check them closely.