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Gutter Survey in Densole
Find out what’s going on with the gutter before you decide what to do next. Gutter surveys in Densole.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Joints that drip after rain
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
How a gutter survey works in Densole
We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It’s not a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, the report will say so, so you can get the drains checked separately. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you are worried about blocked outlets and hoppers and soffits marked by water, we can find out what’s behind it, on fascias and soffits, valley gutters and downpipes alike.
In a village or hamlet like Densole, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report records the gutter as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Densole (CT18)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Densole homes and their roofs
Densole lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 1.2 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Densole goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Folkestone West station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark like St Luke's, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a building such as Hawkinge Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Densole is about 3 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Densole is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Kent. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
All of CT18 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on St John's Close, St John's Way and Canterbury Road. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Hawkinge (1 mile south), Swingfield Minnis (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (2 miles south-east), Arpinge (2 miles south-west) and Selsted (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles north-east) and Hythe (5 miles south-west).
What’s near Densole
The nearest railway station is Folkestone West station, roughly 3.1 miles south. Nearby you will also find Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Folkestone Castle (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Cheriton Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Densole
Is Densole within the area you cover?
Yes, Densole is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Densole?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. Hidden gutters are a common cause of leaks inside, so they’re an important part of the survey. Some may only be partly visible, and the report says so.
How much time does the visit need?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You will know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What we cannot see
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Pipes below ground level
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Why act early in Densole
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. You can see drips and overflows from ground level, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Prices that include VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records and use it to plan upkeep. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back by someone who can do it safely. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Densole, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- 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.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.