Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Green Street Green, Kent
Not sure what state the gutter is in? We carry out gutter surveys in Green Street Green and across Kent.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
Gutter survey in Green Street Green: what you get
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Green Street Green and right across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from ground level, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. A visit usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. The written report follows, with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed joints that drip after rain and choked outlets or hopper heads, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Green Street Green, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Green Street Green (DA2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey does not cover
It is a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over. If it does not, tell whoever did the work.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you cannot check them from the street, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Green Street Green
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Shop and office owners around Bluewater may find that a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. If you own a rental within reach of Longfield station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Homes near green spaces such as Beacon Wood Country Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Green Street Green is about 3 miles south-east of Dartford, in Kent. We provide gutter surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Green Street Green and nearby. Across Kent, we cover Green Street Green and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Surveys in DA2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Grubb Street (1 mile south), Westwood (1 mile east), St Margarets (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile north) and Darenth (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (3 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (5 miles east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Green Street Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Beacon Wood Country Park, Longfield Academy and The Black Horse pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Longfield station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east. A little further out are Bluewater (1.8 miles north) and Stone Castle (2.1 miles north). For a walk, there is Wansunt Pit and Sawyers Lake.
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Cottages and farmhouses around Green Street Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering and is easy to overlook. We check what’s visible and note what is not.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back and if it blocks, water can come indoors. It’s inspected as far as safe access allows.
Towns and villages near Green Street Green
Other services in Green Street Green
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Common questions in Green Street Green
Do you cover smaller places like Green Street Green?
Yes, Green Street Green is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
I let a flat near Longfield station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Parts of them may not be visible, and the report says so.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.