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Gutter survey in Boughton Lees, Kent
Gutter surveys in Boughton Lees from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
How a gutter survey works in Boughton Lees
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork can often be traced to the gutters. Our gutter survey helps show whether the rainwater system is the cause, as far as can safely be seen. If the evidence points elsewhere, like a flashing or the roof covering, we’ll say so, with a suggested next step. Common reasons to book are joints that drip after rain and brackets that have dropped or snapped, across outlets and hoppers, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters.
Somewhere as small as Boughton Lees, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Boughton Lees (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Older rural homes like those around Boughton Lees can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we are asked to look at in Boughton Lees
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. 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.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near County Square, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Are they insured for the work?
- What experience they bring
Boughton Lees: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Boughton Lees 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.
Can a landlord with a rental near Wye station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Boughton Lees?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We cannot see inside walls, so we report on what’s visible.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Gutter surveys in Boughton Lees: local notes
About 3.4 miles south-west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Boughton Lees has been built on. 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. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Towers School and Sixth Form Centre, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Wye station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Boughton Lees is about 4 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. If you are in Boughton Lees, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Boughton Lees is one of the places in Kent we cover for gutter surveys. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: TN25. You’ll find streets such as Wye Road, Pilgrims Way and Faversham Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Kennington (2 miles south), Bockhanger (2 miles south-west), Potters Corner (2 miles south-west), Westwell (2 miles west) and Godinton (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (4 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Boughton Lees
Typical jobs here are in homes near Flying Horse Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Wye station, about 1.4 miles east. Nearby you will also find William Harvey Hospital (3.3 miles south) and County Square (2.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Hatch Park.
Different roofs, different checks
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted, but rust where the paint fails.
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 is safe to see.
Prices for gutter surveys in Boughton Lees
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- When you need the report by
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Why act early in Boughton Lees
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Every downpour adds to the damage, on walls, timber and sometimes inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. Outbuildings and barns around Boughton Lees are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
All our prices include VAT. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.