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Gutter survey in Stanhope, Kent
Independent gutter surveys in Stanhope. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
Stanhope: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Ashford International station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Stanhope 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.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
How long will you be on site?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will give you an idea as you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How do I book a survey in Stanhope?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
About our gutter survey in Stanhope
Some gutters are easy to see from the street but a good many gutters are tucked away. Valley, parapet, box and secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We look at them as far as they can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We survey downpipes, valley gutters and eaves gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are soffits marked by water and hoppers and outlets full of debris.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Stanhope drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
What you get is a clear record of the gutter on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Stanhope (TN23)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Stanhope is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
- The inside of buried drains
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Landlords, agents and block managers in Stanhope
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
How we price gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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Useful tips for Stanhope property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
If anything in the report is not clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clean gutters can do their job.
How the survey changes by roof type
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters often cause leaks indoors. We look at the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
Cast iron gutters
Cracks often open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Stanhope homes and their roofs
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Godinton House about 2.1 miles north-west, Stanhope sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near St. Francis, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Homes near green spaces like Ashford Community Woodland can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you run a business near Ashford Designer Outlet, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Stanhope is about 1 mile south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings from Stanhope are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Every address in TN23 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Green Lane, Cryol Road and Athol Road. We also cover the places around Stanhope: Ashford (1 mile north-east), Park Farm (1 mile south-east), Kingsnorth (1 mile south), Newtown (1 mile east) and Great Chart (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (14 miles east), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (11 miles south-east), Davington (13 miles north) and Preston (12 miles north).
Near you in Stanhope
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Beaver Inn, John Wallis Academy and Ashford Community Woodland, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ashford International station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include William Harvey Hospital (2.7 miles east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.