Kent · London and the South East
Hawkinge Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Hawkinge, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
Gutter survey in Hawkinge: what you get
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. We survey parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are overflowing eaves gutters and dripping or leaking gutter joints.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Hawkinge drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Hawkinge (CT18)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Hawkinge
A dripping joint or sagging bracket won’t get better on its own. Every downpour adds to the damage on the walls, the fascias and sometimes the rooms inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. Around Hawkinge, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hawkinge
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
What we’re asked to look at in Hawkinge
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. The survey helps pin down the source before it causes more harm.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Leaking or loose downpipes
For landlords with property near Folkestone West station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their insurance cover
- How long the report takes to arrive
Places near Hawkinge
Also in Hawkinge
How the survey changes by roof type
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and crack. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters often cause leaks indoors. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
What a gutter survey looks like in Hawkinge
Hawkinge is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. 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. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
The streets around a church such as St Luke's are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 2 miles north-west, show how far back building around Hawkinge goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Hawkinge is about 2 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Hawkinge and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Hawkinge and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
We cover every part of the CT18 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on The Street, Spitfire Way and Waddington Drive and the roads around them. If you are just outside Hawkinge, we cover Densole (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (1 mile east), Arpinge (1 mile south-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north) and Selsted (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Deal (12 miles north-east), Hythe (4 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (6 miles east).
Near you in Hawkinge
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Mayfly pub, among other places. Hawkinge’s nearest station is Folkestone West station, about 2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (2 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hawkinge include Cheriton Hill.
FAQs for Hawkinge
Do you cover smaller places like Hawkinge?
Yes, Hawkinge is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Hawkinge is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email to arrange a day.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- The inside of buried drains
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a smaller place like Hawkinge, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
To get a price for gutter surveys in Hawkinge, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.