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Gutter survey in Chart Sutton, Kent
Independent gutter surveys in Chart Sutton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere as small as Chart Sutton, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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About our gutter survey in Chart Sutton
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photographs show you exactly what we found. It is an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. We survey eaves gutters, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are joints that drip after rain and rotten fascias or stained soffits.
Older buildings in small places like Chart Sutton 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. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
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.
- Where
- Chart Sutton (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What we are asked to look at in Chart Sutton
Leaves are behind most blocked gutters. Nearby trees drop leaves, twigs and seeds into gutters every autumn and the debris builds up at the outlets. Once an outlet is choked, the gutter fills and overflows.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Michael, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- What happens after the report arrives
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is easy to put damp down to the wrong cause. When rainwater goods are the source, treating the wall alone won’t solve it. A gutter survey helps rule the rainwater system in or out. In a small place like Chart Sutton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Chart Sutton
Can a landlord with a rental near Bearsted station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Chart Sutton 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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later as overflowing water can damage walls.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. We check above-ground rainwater only, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we’ll tell you.
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
You receive a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but they’re much harder to spot, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Nearby places to Chart Sutton
What else we do in Chart Sutton
Gutter surveys around Chart Sutton
Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 2 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Chart Sutton goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Take a building like Langley Park Primary Academy: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Shop and office owners around The Mall Maidstone may find that a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Chart Sutton is about 3 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Chart Sutton gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Kent coverage includes Chart Sutton and the places around it.
We work across ME17 for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Plough Wents Road, Amber Lane and Marsham Crescent and the roads around them. Other places close to Chart Sutton include Wierton (1 mile south-west), Five Wents (1 mile east), Warmlake (1 mile east), Langley (1 mile north-east) and Sutton Valence (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (3 miles north-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Tonbridge (13 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
Around Chart Sutton
Around Chart Sutton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Plough Inn, Cornwallis Academy and Senacre Technology College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Bearsted station, about 3.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include KIMS hospital (4.4 miles north) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.1 miles north-east).
How we price gutter surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the exact price before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.