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Chimney survey in Westwood, Kent
Find out the condition of the chimney stack at your property in Westwood. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Worn or missing pointing
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Westwood, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We look for damp on chimney breasts and in the roof space.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Chimney surveys for homes and businesses in Westwood
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 roof space. We record what we find with photographs and recommendations. We survey chimney pots and cowls, brick chimney stacks and lead flashings, and people most often book us about loose, cracked or missing pots and damp on a chimney breast inside.
Older buildings in small places like Westwood may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Westwood (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Westwood: your questions answered
Will you come out to Westwood?
Yes, Westwood is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Westwood listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
How do I arrange a chimney survey in Westwood?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What do you check on a chimney?
The survey covers the pots and cowls, the flaunching, the pointing, the bricks and the flashings. Inside, we look for damp on chimney breasts and in the loft where there is safe access. Everything is written up with photos.
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. In a conservation area or on a listed building, changes may need permission from the council and the council can advise. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Chimney survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Chimney surveys in Westwood: local notes
Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 4.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Westwood goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you live near a park like Jumping Downs, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Landlords with a home close to Bekesbourne station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Westwood is about 5 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Westwood can all book chimney surveys. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Chimney surveys in CT4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for chimney surveys include Marley (1 mile east), Heart's Delight (2 miles east), Bishopsbourne (2 miles north-east), Kingston (2 miles north-east) and Derringstone (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (5 miles north), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (9 miles south), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Westwood
In Westwood, that means homes and buildings near Jumping Downs and the streets around them. Westwood’s nearest station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 4.1 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Castle (5 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (4.2 miles north).
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What affects the price in Westwood
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we’re asked to look at in Westwood
Chimney stacks stand above the roof, exposed to wind, rain and frost on every side. Frost opens up cracks in the mortar, and rain gets into worn bricks and joints. Most people book after spotting damp or a loose pot, or before buying.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
- A chimney out of line
- Disused chimneys trapping moisture
- Flashings pulling away from the stack
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey won’t cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the chimney stack, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Book a sweep for flues that are in use
- Remove aerials or dishes from the stack if they’re no longer needed
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
- Glance at the stacks from the street now and then
If the report recommends a structural engineer, a sweep or a Gas Safe registered engineer, it will say why. That helps you brief them.
Look at your chimneys from ground level now and then, especially after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot loose pots, missing mortar or lifted flashings.