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Gutter survey in Addington, Kent
Not sure what state the gutter is in? You can book a gutter survey in Addington and across Kent.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Gutter survey in Addington: what you get
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off, but they rarely get better. If you’re worried about hoppers and outlets full of debris and water backing up from a hidden gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Addington, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Addington (ME19)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the gutter as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a hamlet or village like Addington, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, 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.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Addington, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Addington homes and their roofs
Historic houses such as Old Soar Manor, about 3.9 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Addington goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will 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.
If you let a flat or house near West Malling station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Margaret, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Addington is about 7 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Addington is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME19 postcode area for gutter surveys. We cover properties on London Road, The Links and Trottiscliffe Road. We also cover Ryarsh (1 mile north-east), Trottiscliffe (1 mile north-west), Vigo Village (2 miles north-west), Culverstone Green (3 miles north-west) and Harvel (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (9 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
What’s near Addington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Angel Inn, The Malling School and Manor Park Country Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is West Malling station, about 1.8 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Coldrum Long Barrow (1.2 miles north) and Leybourne Castle (1.7 miles east).
Places near Addington
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When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Pipes below ground level
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Addington
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
Why act early in Addington
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Each heavy rain puts more water where it shouldn’t be on the walls, the fascias and sometimes the rooms inside. A survey now tells you what needs doing and how urgent it is. For an older or listed building in a place like Addington, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Addington
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Questions from Addington
Do you cover smaller places like Addington?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Addington is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What’s in the survey report?
A photo-illustrated written report, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long does a gutter survey take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, let us know as you book.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What affects the price in Addington
We confirm the exact price before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Addington
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before more damage is done.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Joints that drip after rain
- Soffits marked by water
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Offham Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance