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Gutter survey in Marden, Kent
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Marden. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Gutters full of debris and silt
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says 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.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Gutter survey in Marden
We carry out gutter surveys in Marden as part of our cover across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. Time on site normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows, with photographs and recommendations. We survey outlets and hoppers, eaves gutters and downpipes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are joints that drip after rain and overflowing valley or parapet gutters.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Marden drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Marden (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a gutter survey in Marden?
Falling leaves are the most common cause of blocked gutters. Every autumn, trees fill gutters with leaves, twigs and seeds and the debris builds up at the outlets. A choked outlet soon means a full, overflowing gutter.
We are often asked to look at:
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
For landlords with property near Marden station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- When you will get the report
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Being in a smaller place like Marden doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photos and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and split. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
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 a gutter survey does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Gutter surveys in Marden: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Michael and All Angels Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Take a building like Marden Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Marden is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Roofs in Marden get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Marden is one of the places in Kent where we work. Maidstone is in our area too.
We cover every part of TN12 for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on High Street, The Old Market and Rookery Court or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Marden Beech (1 mile south-west), Claygate (2 miles west), Pearson's Green (3 miles west), Brandfold (3 miles south-west) and Capel Cross (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles west), Kings Hill (8 miles north-west) and Foley Park (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Marden
Marden has its own railway station: Marden station. Well-known places in the area include South East Romany Museum (0.9 miles east).
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FAQs for Marden
Is my home in Marden listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Marden within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details as you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos testing. If rainwater goods or soffits look like they could contain asbestos, we note it and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.