Kent · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in East Malling
We carry out gutter surveys in East Malling and the rest of Kent. We survey seven days a week.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
About our gutter survey in East Malling
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet or water sits in them. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over at the low points. We look along each run for sags, gaps and leaking joints and look at the brackets and downpipe clips. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey fascias and soffits, eaves gutters and parapet and box gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters full of debris and silt and joints that drip after rain.
In a smaller place like East Malling, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- East Malling (ME19)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
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What else we do in East Malling
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs. As for time on site, it typically takes between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Being in a smaller place like East Malling doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- 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
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Signs you need a gutter survey in East Malling
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. Wet leaves and silt add a lot of weight and the extra load drags the gutter down. Once the fall is lost, water sits at the low point and spills over.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Soffits marked by water
- Joints that drip after rain
Trees in and around Ditton Quarry shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Why get it checked now?
Our report is a dated record of what we found, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without it, you’re relying on what can be seen from the pavement. Homes in smaller places like East Malling can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in East Malling
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A report with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of 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.
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, often behind a parapet and when it overflows, water can get indoors. We check them where they can be seen safely.
Gutter surveys in East Malling: local notes
With Starkey Castle about 4.9 miles north, East Malling sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St James, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near East Malling station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
East Malling is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in East Malling can all book gutter surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of ME19 is within our area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on High Street, Chapman Way and Lister Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around East Malling: Well Street (1 mile south), Ditton (1 mile east), West Malling (1 mile west), Aylesford (2 miles east) and Kings Hill (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
What’s near East Malling
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rising Sun pub, Ditton Quarry and The Malling School, among other places. The closest station to East Malling is East Malling station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles east). The countryside around East Malling includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Your questions about gutter surveys in East Malling
Is East Malling within the area you cover?
Yes, East Malling is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in East Malling is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No. We do not test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, CCTV drain work is not part of this survey. The survey covers gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
What do I do with the report?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.