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Gutter survey in Swalecliffe, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Swalecliffe. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
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. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Swalecliffe, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Gutter survey in Swalecliffe
Gutters are normally fixed to fascia boards, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. If you’ve noticed joints that drip after rain and gutters that have fallen out of line, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Swalecliffe, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Swalecliffe (CT5)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We check the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
When to book a survey in Swalecliffe
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’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
We are often asked to look at:
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
Take a building like Swalecliffe Community Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before booking anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Swalecliffe questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Swalecliffe?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Swalecliffe within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
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. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. 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 it applies.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange it.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Height and safe access
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Local roofs in Swalecliffe
Swalecliffe lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Landlords with a home close to Chestfield & Swalecliffe station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Swalecliffe is about 2 miles east of Whitstable, in Kent. We carry out gutter surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Swalecliffe and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT5 postcode area for gutter surveys. We cover properties on Kemp Road, Brook Road and Burnan Road and the roads around them. Main roads around Swalecliffe include the A2990. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Chestfield (1 mile south), Tankerton (1 mile west), West End (1 mile south-east), Hampton (2 miles north-east) and Whitstable (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles south), Margate (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles west) and Herne Bay (3 miles east).
Around Swalecliffe
Around Swalecliffe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Whitstable School and The Plough pub, among other places. Swalecliffe has its own railway station: Chestfield & Swalecliffe station. Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (0.7 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (1.3 miles west). For a walk, there’s West Blean and Thornden Woods.