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Gutter Survey in Nettlestead
Gutter surveys in Nettlestead and the rest of Kent. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Gutter survey in Nettlestead: what you get
Owners get in touch after seeing an overflow, finding damp or planning ahead for winter. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Common reasons to book are downpipes that are split or coming away and overflowing eaves gutters, across downpipes, parapet and box gutters and eaves gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Nettlestead 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. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Nettlestead (ME18)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Older roofs in small places like Nettlestead can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted, but rust where the paint fails.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back, and a blockage there can overflow inside. We check it where it is safe to see.
Do you need a gutter survey in Nettlestead?
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead is also a target for theft.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Joints that drip after rain
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
If you own a rental within reach of Wateringbury station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What experience they bring
Surveys for landlords and agents in Nettlestead
Landlords, agents and building managers in Nettlestead and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Towns and villages near Nettlestead
Other services in Nettlestead
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Nettlestead
About 4.3 miles west lies Old Soar Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Nettlestead has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Take a building like Wateringbury Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Nettlestead is about 5 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Nettlestead, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Nettlestead is one of the places in Kent we cover.
Every address in ME18 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Henrys Close, Glenleigh Road and Orchard Crescent and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Wateringbury (1 mile north-east), Red Hill (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile north-east), Nettlestead Green (1 mile south) and West Farleigh (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Nettlestead
Around Nettlestead, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Railway pub and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Nettlestead itself: Wateringbury station. Other landmarks nearby include Teapot Island (1.9 miles south) and Leybourne Castle (3.8 miles north).
What happens if roof problems are left?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. In a small place like Nettlestead, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
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.
Why us?
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
Questions from Nettlestead
I let a flat near Wateringbury 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.
How do I find out if my home in Nettlestead is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How much is a gutter survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the gutter, any defects and our recommendations. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.