Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Bitchet Green, Kent
Find out the condition of the gutter at your property in Bitchet Green from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
Signs you need a gutter survey in Bitchet Green
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter, and a heavy downpour shows up the problem.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Joints that drip after rain
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
If you live in an older home near St Lawrence, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Are they insured for the work?
How a gutter survey works in Bitchet Green
We carry out gutter surveys in Bitchet Green as part of our cover across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely from ground level, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. A visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. The written report follows, with photographs and recommendations. If you’ve noticed fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and downpipes that are split or coming away, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on fascias and soffits, downpipes and eaves gutters alike.
Somewhere as small as Bitchet Green, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Bitchet Green (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey 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 usually takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Rural addresses near Bitchet Green 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.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
The report comes with photos and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Watch your gutters from ground level or a window during heavy rain. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before damage builds up.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Bitchet Green: your questions answered
Is my home in Bitchet Green listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can a landlord with a rental near Kemsing station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you work in Bitchet Green?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Bitchet Green included.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
How much is a gutter survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and crack. We look at the joints, brackets and falls.
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.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Bitchet Green
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Finding the cause now normally keeps the fix smaller. In a place like Bitchet Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bitchet Green
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- An independent view of the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Local roofs in Bitchet Green
The wider area around Bitchet Green has a long history of building, with Ightham Mote about 1 mile south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Lawrence Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you let a flat or house near Kemsing station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Bitchet Green is about 3 miles south-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Bookings from Bitchet Green are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Bitchet Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN15 is within our area for gutter surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Stone Street (1 mile north-east), Godden Green (1 mile north-west), Ivy Hatch (1 mile east), Budds (1 mile south) and Underriver (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (5 miles south).
Near you in Bitchet Green
Around Bitchet Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sevenoaks Preparatory School and Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve. The closest station to Bitchet Green is Kemsing station, about 2.2 miles north. Nearby you will also find Sevenoaks Museum (2.3 miles west) and Sevenoaks Hospital (2.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Dryhill Nature Reserve and Barden Lake.