Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Chevening, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Chevening. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Gutters full of debris and silt
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. We email it to you once it’s done.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
About our gutter survey in Chevening
We carry out gutter surveys in Chevening as part of our cover across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe. Time on site normally takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. The written report follows, with photographs and recommendations. We are frequently asked to look into choked outlets or hopper heads and soffits marked by water, on downpipes, fascias and soffits and valley gutters.
Somewhere as small as Chevening, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Chevening (TN14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic rainwater systems are common on homes of many ages. Their joints can leak as the seals wear and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see them.
Gutter surveys in Chevening: local notes
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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. About 3.3 miles south-west lies Quebec House, a reminder of how long the area around Chevening has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you look after a building like Combe Bank School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Dunton Green station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to Church of St Botolph: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Chevening is about 3 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Chevening, we can survey the roof. Our Kent coverage includes Chevening and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Gutter surveys in TN14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Chevening include Chipstead (1 mile south-east), Sundridge (2 miles south), Dunton Green (2 miles east), Bessels Green (2 miles south-east) and Riverhead (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Dartford (11 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Chevening
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Trinity School. Chevening’s nearest station is Dunton Green station, about 1.7 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sevenoaks Hospital (2.8 miles east) and Kemsing Castle Bank (4.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Chevening
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a hamlet or village like Chevening, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 the ground.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Why it is worth a survey now in Chevening
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away but it will not explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there is more to it. Older and listed buildings around Chevening may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why book with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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FAQs for Chevening
Will you come out to Chevening?
Yes. Chevening is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Chevening listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or email us for a price.