Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Lashenden, Kent
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Lashenden. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Soffits marked by water
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
About our gutter survey in Lashenden
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 usually means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, including gutters, valleys, outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. We survey parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and downpipes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are rotten fascias or stained soffits and joints that drip after rain.
Somewhere as small as Lashenden, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Lashenden (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Lashenden questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lashenden?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Lashenden?
Yes. Lashenden is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us to arrange it.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, where it is safe to see them. We look from vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe, and by drone where it’s applicable.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Lashenden can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Gutter surveys around Lashenden
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
In and around Lashenden, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Lashenden is about 10 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Lashenden and the rest of Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN27 postcode area for gutter surveys. We cover properties on Bell Lane and Frittenden Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Lashenden, we cover Standen (1 mile south-east), Curteis' Corner (1 mile south), Monk's Hill (1 mile east), Hareplain (2 miles south-west) and Smarden Bell (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west), Foley Park (11 miles north-west) and Paddock Wood (11 miles west).
Landmarks near Lashenden
The nearest railway station is Headcorn station, about 1.8 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Kent Firefighting Museum (1.2 miles west) and Romden Castle (2.9 miles east).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lashenden
Landlords, agents and building managers in Lashenden 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.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back, and a blockage there can overflow inside. It’s inspected as far as safe access allows.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and split. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. Our survey covers everything that’s safely in view and records it with photos. Outbuildings and barns around Lashenden are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Lashenden
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
When to book a survey in Lashenden
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic gutters move with heat and cold, and in time their joints can drip. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up once the paint has worn away.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
If you own a rental within reach of Headcorn station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Questions to ask before booking
- When you will get the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
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What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.