Kent · London and the South East
Frant Gutter Survey
Know where you stand with the gutter before you decide what to do next. Gutter surveys in Frant, with photos and a clear written report.
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Frant
Gutters are typically fixed to fascia boards, so we check the fascias and soffits too. Water that overflows for long enough can rot timber fascias and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. Common reasons to book are overflowing eaves gutters and dripping or leaking gutter joints, across outlets and hoppers, valley gutters and downpipes.
Older buildings in small places like Frant may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Frant (TN3)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Frant homes and their roofs
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Frant has a long history of building, with Wadhurst Castle about 3.5 miles south-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Take a building like Frant Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For businesses in and around places such as The Corn Exchange, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. Homes near green spaces such as Eridge Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Frant is about 3 miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Bookings from Frant are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Kent, we cover Frant. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We survey roofs across TN3 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as High Street, The Green and Warren Ridge. Close by, we survey roofs in The Platt (1 mile south), Eridge Green (2 miles west), Mark Cross (2 miles south), Town Row (4 miles south-west) and Tidebrook (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Sevenoaks (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (3 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (8 miles north-east) and Southborough (4 miles north).
Landmarks near Frant
In Frant, that means homes and buildings near The George Public House and Eridge Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Frant station, about 1.2 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include The Corn Exchange (2.1 miles north) and The Amelia (2.6 miles north). Open spaces near Frant include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Frant
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away but it will not explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. Older cottages and farmhouses around Frant can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Useful tips for Frant property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. Left alone, they usually grow, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
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Other services in Frant
Landlords, agents and block managers in Frant
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Frant and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Frant questions
Is Frant within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
I let a flat near Frant station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. We will give you an idea when you book.
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.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, CCTV drain work isn’t part of this survey. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Prices for gutter surveys in Frant
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- House, block, shop or office
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Frant, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.