Kent · London and the South East
Lewson Street Gutter Survey
Need a gutter survey in Lewson Street? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere as small as Lewson Street, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets in another room
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our gutter survey in Lewson Street
Gutters are typically fixed to fascia boards, so we look at 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 do not test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. Typical surveys look at overflowing eaves gutters and leaves and moss blocking gutters, across fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and eaves gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Lewson Street are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Lewson Street (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lewson Street
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
Soffits and timber fascias suffer when gutters overflow. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order as far as they can safely be seen. Lead is also a target for theft.
What a gutter survey looks like in Lewson Street
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Lewson Street, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens, about 3.3 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Lewson Street goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you look after a building such as Teynham Parochial Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Landlords with a home close to Teynham station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Lewson Street is about 3 miles west of Faversham, in Kent. Lewson Street gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across Kent, we cover Lewson Street. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Every address in ME9 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on World's End, Lewson Street Road and Norton Road. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Tickham (1 mile south-west), Norton Ash (1 mile north-east), Loyterton (1 mile south-west), Deerton Street (1 mile north-east) and Teynham (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-west), Whitstable (10 miles east) and Faversham (3 miles east).
Local landmarks in Lewson Street
In Lewson Street, that means homes and buildings near The Plough Inn. Lewson Street’s nearest station is Teynham station, about 1.3 miles north-west. A little further out are Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.6 miles north-west) and Newnham Castle (2.2 miles south).
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens if roof problems are left?
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 what can be seen safely and records it with photos. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Lewson Street
- 20+ years’ experience
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
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FAQs for Lewson Street
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Lewson Street, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Is Lewson Street within the area you cover?
Yes. Lewson Street is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We can’t see inside the wall itself, so we report on what’s visible.
How quickly is the report sent?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos testing. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.