Kent · London and the South East
Fordwich Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys around Fordwich, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Joints that drip after rain
How a gutter survey works in Fordwich
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet to drain properly. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over where the gutter dips. We check the line of each run as far as we can see it, along with the brackets and downpipe fixings. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey parapet and box gutters, downpipes and valley gutters, and people most often book us about dripping or leaking gutter joints and gutters that have fallen out of line.
In a small place like Fordwich, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Fordwich (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for gutter surveys in Fordwich
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Fordwich
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
A cracked cast iron downpipe can leak down the wall unseen, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Fordwich
Moss grows on many tiled and slate roofs, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that holds water in the gutter and lets weeds take root.
Problems we come across often include:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
Landlords with a home close to Sturry station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What insurance they carry
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Fordwich, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The roof space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
To get a price for gutter surveys in Fordwich, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Fordwich: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Fordwich is listed?
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 Fordwich?
Yes, Fordwich is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to arrange it.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Gutter surveys in Fordwich: local notes
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
Shop and office owners around Whitefriars Shopping Centre may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. If you live near a park such as Chequer's Wood and Old Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Fordwich is about 2 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Fordwich is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Fordwich is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for gutter surveys.
Surveys in CT2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Brooklands Close, Water Meadows and King Street and the roads around them. Other places close to Fordwich include Littlebourne (2 miles south-east), Bekesbourne Hill (2 miles south), Wickhambreaux (3 miles east), Ickham (3 miles south-east) and Patrixbourne (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles east), Broadstairs (14 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Fordwich
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Frank Montgomery School, Chequer's Wood and Old Park and Fordwich Arms and the streets around them. Fordwich has its own railway station: Sturry station. Nearby you will also find Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.4 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Fordwich includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.