Kent · London and the South East
Broad Ford Gutter Survey
Find out the condition of the gutter at your property in Broad Ford from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
Useful tips for Broad Ford property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
You receive a written report with photos and clear written recommendations. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Don’t forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but they’re much harder to spot, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Broad Ford
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason, with photographs and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We survey eaves gutters, downpipes and outlets and hoppers, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters that have fallen out of line and hoppers and outlets full of debris.
In a small place like Broad Ford, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Broad Ford (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows but hidden gutters are another matter. Our survey covers what can safely be seen and records it with photos. Outbuildings and barns around Broad Ford 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.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week
Towns and villages near Broad Ford
What else we do in Broad Ford
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere like Broad Ford needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from the ground and vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
How we price gutter surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. As the seals age, joints can start to drip, and brackets can sag under load.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters are common on commercial buildings and some homes. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Broad Ford
Landlords, agents and building managers in Broad Ford and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Broad Ford: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Marden station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broad Ford?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan though problems often show up after heavy rain.
What does a gutter survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your building, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you work in Broad Ford?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Broad Ford included.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Broad Ford homes and their roofs
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Broad Ford has a long history of building, with Scotney Castle about 3.1 miles south-west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Trees in and around The Gill shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Take an older house close to Church of St Margaret: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Marden station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Broad Ford is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Anywhere in Broad Ford, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property. Broad Ford is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area for gutter surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Capel Cross (1 mile north), Brandfold (1 mile east), Smallbridge (1 mile south-west), Horsmonden (1 mile north-west) and Hazel Street (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north).
Around Broad Ford
In Broad Ford, that means homes and buildings near The Gun And Spitroast Public House And Rear Courtyard and The Gill. For rail, the closest station is Marden station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Old Scotney Castle (3.1 miles south-west) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (2.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Broad Ford include Bewl Water.