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Gutter survey in Stocks Green, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the gutter before you spend money on it. Gutter surveys in Stocks Green.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Leaking or loose downpipes
How a gutter survey works in Stocks Green
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 some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason, with photographs and written recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If you are worried about downpipes that are split or coming away and overflowing eaves gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Stocks Green are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Location
- Stocks Green (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted but corrode once the paint wears off.
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The inside of buried drains
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
Why it’s worth a survey now in Stocks Green
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can overflow into the building, frequently in the heaviest rain. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. In a place like Stocks Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- A written report with photos
Stocks Green homes and their roofs
The wider area around Stocks Green has a long history of building, with Penshurst Place about 3.2 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Hildenborough Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you let a flat or house near Hildenborough station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to Parish Church of St John: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Stocks Green is about 2 miles north-west of Tonbridge, in Kent. We provide gutter surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Stocks Green. Stocks Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Stocks Green, we cover Hildenborough (1 mile north-east), Watt's Cross (1 mile north), Hilden Park (1 mile east), Coldharbour (2 miles north-east) and Underriver (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles east), Sevenoaks (5 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles south), Swanley (13 miles north), Kings Hill (9 miles north-east) and Foley Park (14 miles east).
Around Stocks Green
We work in homes and buildings around The Judd School, The Flying Dutchman Public House and Haysden Country Park, among other places. Stocks Green has its own railway station: Hildenborough station. Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and The Milne Museum (2 miles south-east). Not far away are Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Stocks Green, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
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How we price gutter surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
FAQs for Stocks Green
I let a flat near Hildenborough station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Stocks Green is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
How long does a gutter survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it’s best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.