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Gutter survey in Farningham, Kent
Gutter surveys in Farningham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
About our gutter survey in Farningham
Some gutters are easy to see from the street, but many are not. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can send water indoors when they overflow. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We survey outlets and hoppers, downpipes and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are downpipes that are split or coming away and joints that drip after rain.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Farningham (DA4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Farningham
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
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What we’re asked to look at in Farningham
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before it causes more harm.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
If you look after a building such as The Anthony Roper Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Are they insured for the work?
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere as small as Farningham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s sent to you by email as soon as it’s ready.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you cannot check them from the street, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
FAQs for Farningham
Is my home in Farningham listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Farningham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so it can be checked before work starts.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Prices for gutter surveys in Farningham
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Gutter surveys in Farningham: 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Lullingstone Castle, about 1.8 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Farningham. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
The streets around a church such as Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Eynsford station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Farningham is about 5 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. Farningham is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We work across the DA4 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include High Street, London Road and South Hall Close, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Eynsford (1 mile south-west), Horton Kirby (1 mile north-east), Maplescombe (2 miles south-east), Speed Gate (2 miles east) and Fawkham Green (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north), Sevenoaks (7 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north-east), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (7 miles north-east).
What’s near Farningham
Around Farningham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Pied Bull pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Eynsford station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Eynsford Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Darenth Park Hospital (4.2 miles north). Not far away are The Warren.