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Gutter survey in Rushenden, Kent
Gutter surveys across Rushenden, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Landlord and commercial surveys in Rushenden
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Gutter survey in Rushenden
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photos show you exactly what we found. It’s an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. Common reasons to book are hoppers and outlets full of debris and cracked or loose downpipes, across outlets and hoppers, valley gutters and downpipes.
Somewhere as small as Rushenden, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Rushenden (ME11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- The inside of buried drains
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Rushenden can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Useful tips for Rushenden property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Look out for overflows when it pours
You receive a report with photographs and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Don’t forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you can’t check them from the street, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Questions from Rushenden
I let a flat near Queenborough 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.
Is my home in Rushenden listed or in a conservation area?
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 time does the visit need?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We will give you an idea when booking.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, we don’t carry out CCTV drain surveys. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We cannot see inside the wall itself, so we report on what’s visible.
Gutter surveys in Rushenden: local notes
Rushenden is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you own a rental within reach of Queenborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Queenborough School and Nursery, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to Parish Church of the Holy Trinity: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Rushenden is about 2 miles south-west of Sheerness, in Kent. Whether the building in Rushenden is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in ME11 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Well Road, Manor Road and First Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Queenborough (1 mile north-east), Halfway Houses (2 miles north-east), Sheerness (2 miles north-east), Blue Town (2 miles north) and Grain (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (5 miles south), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (9 miles south-east), Minster (3 miles east) and Davington (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Rushenden
In Rushenden, that means homes and buildings near Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey and Old House at Home, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Queenborough station, roughly 0.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Queenborough Guildhall Museum (0.5 miles north) and Castle Rough (3.5 miles south).
Leave it or get it looked at?
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. You can see drips and overflows from ground level but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in Rushenden
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
To get a price for gutter surveys in Rushenden, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.