Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Sissinghurst, Kent
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Sissinghurst. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
How a gutter survey works in Sissinghurst
We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It is not a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, we’ll say so in the report, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you are worried about gutters overflowing in heavy rain and downpipes that are split or coming away, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Sissinghurst, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Sissinghurst (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older roofs in small places like Sissinghurst can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Sissinghurst questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sissinghurst?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Staplehurst station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your building, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. We check above-ground rainwater only, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Do you need a gutter survey in Sissinghurst?
Hidden gutters are frequently lined with lead or another sheet covering. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building as there is nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Soffits marked by water
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
If you look after a building like Cranbrook School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
- What exactly goes into their report
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now normally keeps the fix smaller. Older and listed buildings around Sissinghurst may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Also near Sissinghurst
Other services in Sissinghurst
How the survey changes by roof type
Aluminium and other metal gutters
On big buildings, one blocked outlet can affect a long run, so we check the outlets carefully.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded as far as we can see them.
Useful tips for Sissinghurst property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
You receive a written report with photos and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
Gutter surveys around Sissinghurst
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you live near a park such as Crane Valley, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Sissinghurst is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Roofs in Sissinghurst get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Across Kent, we cover Sissinghurst and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in TN17 is within our area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on The Street, Milkhouse Cottages and Cobnut Close or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Wilsley Pound (1 mile west), Cranbrook Common (1 mile north), Wilsley Green (1 mile south-west), Knox Bridge (2 miles north) and Colliers Green (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Near you in Sissinghurst
In Sissinghurst, that means homes and buildings near Crane Valley and The Bull Public House, among other places. The closest station to Sissinghurst is Staplehurst station, about 4.3 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (1.1 miles east) and Benenden Hospital (3.1 miles south-east).