Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Broomfield, Kent
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Broomfield from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter survey in Broomfield: what you get
Your gutters take the rain from the roof and lead it away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, including gutters, valleys, outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a written report with photos. We’re frequently asked to look into leaves and moss blocking gutters and valley or box gutters that overflow inside, across valley gutters, downpipes and fascias and soffits.
Older buildings in small places like Broomfield may be 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Broomfield (CT6)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
Broomfield questions
I let a flat near Herne Bay station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Broomfield, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Broomfield is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so, based on what we can see.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Gutter surveys around Broomfield
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Broomfield, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Bartholomew, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you let a flat or house near Herne Bay station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Living close to Curtis Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Broomfield is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Broomfield is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Gutter surveys in CT6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Barley Close, The Meadows and Ladyfields. Other places close to Broomfield include Hunters Forstal (1 mile west), Herne (1 mile south-west), Hillborough (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile south-east) and Hawthorn (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Broomfield
In Broomfield, that means homes and buildings near Curtis Wood, The Huntsman And Horn Public House and Herne Bay High School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Herne Bay station, about 1.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4.4 miles west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
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Why act early in Broomfield
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can back up into the loft space and the rooms below typically during the worst downpours. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. In a place like Broomfield, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
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.
Why book us in Broomfield
- Every finding written up with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Around Broomfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.