Essex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Chatham Green
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Chatham Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Joints that drip after rain
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
How a gutter survey works in Chatham Green
We look at the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It is not a CCTV drain survey, so we can’t see inside underground pipes. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, the report will say so, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you are worried about joints that drip after rain and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it, on fascias and soffits, valley gutters and downpipes alike.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Chatham Green (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
How the survey works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere like Chatham Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Related advice
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
When to book a survey in Chatham Green
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Leaks at the gutter joints
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John the Evangelist, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- Will the report include photos?
- What the survey will not cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Gutter surveys around Chatham Green
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For landlords with property near Beaulieu Park station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Chatham Green is about 5 miles north of Chelmsford, in Essex. Bookings from Chatham Green are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of CM3 is covered for gutter surveys. Other places close to Chatham Green include Little Leighs (1 mile north-east), Howe Street (1 mile south-west), Hartford End (2 miles north-west), Willows Green (2 miles north) and Ford End (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (5 miles south), Braintree (6 miles north-east), Brentwood (15 miles south-west), Maldon (10 miles south-east), Billericay (13 miles south) and Witham (6 miles east).
What’s near Chatham Green
The nearest railway station is Beaulieu Park station, roughly 4.1 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Broomfield Hospital (2.9 miles south). Open spaces near Chatham Green include Sandylay and Moat Woods.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Get the gutters cleared every year or more often near trees. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
Chatham Green questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Beaulieu Park station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chatham Green?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. You will know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
How much is a gutter survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.