Kent · London and the South East
Chimney Survey in Wittersham
A survey of chimney stacks, pots, flashings and flaunching in Wittersham. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Pots or cowls that look unsafe
- Cracked or missing flaunching
- Unused flues sealed without airflow
Chimney survey in Wittersham: what you get
On terraced and semi-detached houses, a chimney stack is frequently shared with next door. We inspect the parts we can see safely and the parts the owner gives us access to. Where a problem seems to involve a neighbour’s side, the report records it and you can then discuss it with them. Everything is written up with photos and our recommendations. We survey brick chimney stacks, chimney breasts and flaunching, and people most often book us about frost-damaged brickwork on the stack and gaps where the stack meets the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Wittersham 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the chimney stack, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Wittersham (TN30)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flaunching
Sitting at the very top, flaunching is fully exposed. We look for cracks, gaps around the pots and missing pieces.
Chimney breasts and the loft
If a chimney breast has been removed below, we note what we can see of the support above. Confirming the support is a job for a structural engineer.
Nearby places to Wittersham
Also in Wittersham
Local roofs in Wittersham
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Historic houses like Smallhythe Place, about 1.6 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Wittersham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Rye station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Anyone responsible for a site like Wittersham Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Wittersham is about 11 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether the building in Wittersham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN30 postcode area for chimney surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Poplar Road and Swan Cottages and the roads around them. Being close to the B2082, Wittersham is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Wittersham: Acton (1 mile north-east), The Stocks (1 mile east), Stone Corner (1 mile north-east), Reading Street (2 miles north-east) and Stone in Oxney (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (13 miles north-east), New Romney (11 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Wittersham
We work in homes and buildings around The Swan pub, among other places. Wittersham’s nearest station is Rye station, roughly 4.5 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Ypres Tower (4.8 miles south) and Smallhythe Place (1.6 miles north). Not far away are Flatropers Wood.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two at a house, as part of a look at the roof around the stack. Rural addresses near Wittersham 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us whether any stacks are shared, unused or leaning.
- 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.
- You receive a written report setting out what needs attention first.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Questions from Wittersham
Will you come out to Wittersham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wittersham?
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.
Our stack is shared. Can you still survey it?
Yes. We inspect everything that’s safely in view and what you give us access to. Where a problem appears to be on next door’s side, we note it and you can raise it with them.
What does a chimney survey cover?
The survey covers the pots and cowls, the flaunching, the pointing, the bricks and the flashings. We also check chimney breasts and the stack in the roof space where we can reach. Everything is written up with photos.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check your stacks from the ground after strong winds
- Check fixings on the stack are secure
- Leave close inspection to people with safe access
- Find out whether changes to a stack need permission
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer or builder. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Check redundant flues are capped with ventilation. That helps stop damp building up inside.
What we are asked to look at in Wittersham
TV aerials, satellite dishes and their brackets are frequently fixed to chimneys. The extra load in wind can work bricks and joints loose. Any fixings on the stack are checked and recorded.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Frost-damaged brickwork on the stack
- Redundant stacks capped without ventilation
- Damp patches on chimney breasts
- Damaged chimney pots and cowls
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St John the Baptist: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What affects the price in Wittersham
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The size of the roof
- House, block, shop or office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.