Kent · London and the South East
Sturry Gutter Survey
Know where you stand with the gutter before you spend money on it. Gutter surveys in Sturry, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Leaking or loose downpipes
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. A visit to Sturry is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from the ground and vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Gutter survey in Sturry
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork can frequently be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, from what can safely be seen. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so, with a suggested next step. If you’re worried about rotten fascias or stained soffits and overflowing eaves gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like Sturry can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Sturry (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey does not cover
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Pipes below ground level
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Sturry
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more frequently near trees
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
Questions about the report are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
Gutter surveys around Sturry
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Sturry, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Sturry 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. Shop and office owners around Whitefriars Shopping Centre may find that a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Landlords with a home close to Sturry station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Sturry is about 3 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Bookings from Sturry are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: CT2. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Park View and Link Road. We also cover the places around Sturry: Broad Oak (1 mile west), Westbere (1 mile east), Calcott (1 mile north), Hersden (2 miles east) and Hicks Forstal (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (3 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles east) and Broadstairs (14 miles east).
Around Sturry
Around Sturry, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Frank Montgomery School, Chequer's Wood and Old Park and The Swan Inn. There’s a railway station in Sturry itself: Sturry station. Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Roman Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Sturry include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Nearby places to Sturry
What else we do in Sturry
Sturry questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Sturry station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is the coastal weather around Sturry hard on roofs?
It can do. Sturry is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos testing. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or email us to arrange it.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it is best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sturry
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Why it is worth a survey now in Sturry
Clearing gutters removes the debris, but it doesn’t tell you why a gutter overflows. Our survey also looks at falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. Arranging work in a smaller place like Sturry is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
- 20+ years’ experience
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, often behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We check them where they can safely be seen.
Cast iron gutters
Rust at joints and brackets is the usual weak point on cast iron. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints as far as we can see them.