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Gutter survey in Cranbrook, Kent
Gutter surveys around Cranbrook, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Parking around Cranbrook is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
How a gutter survey works in Cranbrook
A gutter needs a steady fall towards its outlet or water sits in them. Sagging brackets and slipped joints leave water standing and overflowing where the gutter dips. We check the line of each run as far as we can see it and look at the brackets and downpipe clips. You get written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey eaves gutters, valley gutters and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are water backing up from a hidden gutter and hoppers and outlets full of debris.
In a smaller place like Cranbrook, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
Where we cannot see part of the gutter, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Cranbrook (TN17, TN18)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic rainwater systems are common on homes of many ages. As the seals age, joints can start to drip and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
We check the lining, the joints and the outlets where it is safe to see them. Lead is also a target for theft.
What affects the price in Cranbrook
To price your survey, we look at:
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What a gutter survey looks like in Cranbrook
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Living close to Crane Valley is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. For an older house near a landmark such as Congregational Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Cranbrook School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Cranbrook is about 12 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Cranbrook can all book gutter surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Cranbrook is one of the places in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Gutter surveys in TN17 and TN18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Crane Lane and White Lion Yard. We also cover Baker's Cross (1 mile east), Coursehorn (1 mile east), Swattenden (1 mile south), Hartley (1 mile south-west) and Gill's Green (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (15 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (13 miles north).
What’s near Cranbrook
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Crown Public House, Crane Valley and Cranbrook Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Sissinghurst Castle (2.5 miles north-east) and Benenden Hospital (3.6 miles east).
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What this survey can’t tell you
It’s a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
- Pipes below ground level
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Cranbrook
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Why get it checked now?
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can back up into the loft space and the rooms below, often in the heaviest rain. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. Arranging work in a smaller place like Cranbrook is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- A report with photographs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Cranbrook questions
Do you cover smaller places like Cranbrook?
Yes, Cranbrook is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How do I find out if my home in Cranbrook 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.
How long does a gutter survey take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we will tell you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.