Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Bedgebury Cross, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the gutter before you decide what to do next. We carry out gutter surveys in Bedgebury Cross.
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
How a gutter survey works in Bedgebury Cross
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Bedgebury Cross and right across London and South East England. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view from the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. Time on site normally takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. The written report follows, with photographs and recommendations. We are often asked to look into gutters overflowing in heavy rain and downpipes that are split or coming away, across valley gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Bedgebury Cross are 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Where we can’t see part of the gutter, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Bedgebury Cross (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
Questions about the report are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but they’re much harder to spot, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Bedgebury Cross can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Gutters out of sight from every safe vantage point
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Bedgebury Cross
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Questions from Bedgebury Cross
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bedgebury Cross?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover Bedgebury Cross?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Bedgebury Cross is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground down to where the downpipes reach the ground. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we will tell you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so, based on what we can see.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What a gutter survey looks like in Bedgebury Cross
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. About 1.8 miles west lies Scotney Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Bedgebury Cross has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as Christ Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Bedgebury Cross is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Surveys in Bedgebury Cross work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We survey roofs across the TN17 postcode area for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include Bedgebury Road and Lady Oak Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Bedgebury Cross include Riseden (1 mile north-west), Kilndown (1 mile west), Stonecrouch (2 miles south-west), Flimwell (2 miles south) and Three Leg Cross (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Bedgebury Cross
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south-west) and Old Scotney Castle (1.7 miles west). Not far away are Bewl Water.
Roof by roof
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. Any leaks or corrosion we spot go in the report.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter and if it blocks, water can come indoors. We check it where it’s safe to see.