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Gutter survey in Herne, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Herne. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Gutter survey in Herne: what you get
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. It is an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. If you’ve noticed leaves and moss blocking gutters and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a smaller place like Herne, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Herne (CT6)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Herne
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Herne. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What else we do in Herne
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- The inside of buried drains
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Herne
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
Plenty of period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. They last well when painted but corrode once the paint wears off.
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to see as much of the gutter as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a smaller place like Herne, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Related advice
Why get it checked now?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. You can see drips and overflows from the ground, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Herne, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Herne
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Herne homes and their roofs
Herne lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Across Kent, older roofs are often 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Living close to Curtis Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you live in an older home near Church of St Martin, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a building such as Herne Church of England Infant School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Herne is about 1 mile south of Herne Bay, in Kent. Whether the building in Herne is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
Gutter surveys in CT6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a gutter survey at a property on St Martin's View, Ridley Close and Herne Street or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Herne include Hunters Forstal (1 mile north-east), Eddington (1 mile north-west), Herne Common (1 mile south-west), Bullockstone (1 mile west) and Broomfield (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east), Whitstable (4 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Herne
We work in homes and buildings around Curtis Wood and Herne Bay High School. For rail, the closest station is Herne Bay station, about 1.2 miles north-west. A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (3.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Useful tips for Herne property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so you can arrange a drain survey. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Herne
Is my home in Herne listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
I let a flat near Herne Bay station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is Herne in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Herne included.
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.
What does the report include?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Will I get photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.