Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Lullingstone, Kent
Gutter surveys in Lullingstone, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
Report times depend on the package you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We email it to you as soon as it’s ready.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you can’t check them from the street, so make sure they’re included in any clearing work.
Gutter survey in Lullingstone: what you get
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot but lots of gutters are tucked away. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can send water indoors when they overflow. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them using vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe. Many leaks indoors start at a hidden gutter. Typical surveys look at soffits marked by water and leaves and moss blocking gutters, on downpipes, valley gutters and eaves gutters.
In a small place like Lullingstone, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in 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.
- Place
- Lullingstone (DA4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Cottages and farmhouses around Lullingstone often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
Gutter surveys in Lullingstone: local notes
The wider area around Lullingstone has a long history of building, with Lullingstone Castle about 0.1 miles east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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.
The streets around a church like Church of Saint Botolph 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. If you own a rental within reach of Eynsford station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Trees in and around Raspberry Hall Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Lullingstone is about 3 miles south of Swanley, in Kent. Lullingstone is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our Kent coverage includes Lullingstone. There is also a page for London.
Surveys in DA4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Shoreham (2 miles south), Well Hill (2 miles west), Crockenhill (2 miles north-west), Maypole (2 miles west) and Bopeep (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Dartford (6 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles north-east), Tonbridge (12 miles south), Northfleet (8 miles north-east) and Swanley (3 miles north).
Around Lullingstone
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Malt Shovel pub and Raspberry Hall Park. Lullingstone’s nearest station is Eynsford station, about 0.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Lullingstone Castle (less than half a mile east) and Orpington Hospital (4.2 miles west). Not far away are The Warren.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Lullingstone
I let a flat near Eynsford station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is Lullingstone within the area you cover?
Yes, Lullingstone is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect what can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or email us to arrange it.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How do I book a survey in Lullingstone?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Why act early in Lullingstone
Clearing gutters removes the debris, but it does not tell you why a gutter overflows. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there’s more to it. Older and listed buildings around Lullingstone may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Every finding written up with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Also near Lullingstone
What else we do in Lullingstone
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Prices for gutter surveys in Lullingstone
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.