Kent · London and the South East
Swanley Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in Swanley, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
Swanley: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Swanley is listed?
We can’t 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.
Do you cover smaller places like Swanley?
Yes. Swanley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photos, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We can’t see inside walls, so we report on what’s visible.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Swanley
We carry out gutter surveys in Swanley as part of our cover across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows and from the roof space. Time on site normally takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey parapet and box gutters, downpipes and fascias and soffits, and the problems we are asked to look at most are joints that drip after rain and water spilling over the gutter edge.
In a smaller place like Swanley, 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. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Swanley (BR8)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Swanley
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Swanley has a long history of building, with Lullingstone Castle about 2.9 miles south. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Swanley station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take a building like St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Swanley is about 3 miles east of Orpington, in Kent. We provide gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Swanley. Swanley is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for gutter surveys. There’s also a page for London.
We survey roofs across BR8 for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on London Road, Station Road and High Street or anywhere close by, we can help. Swanley is on the A20 and B258, which makes it simple to reach. If you are just outside Swanley, we cover Crockenhill (1 mile south-west), Kevington (2 miles south-west), Derry Downs (3 miles west), St Mary Cray (3 miles west) and St Paul's Cray (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Dartford (4 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Tonbridge (14 miles south), Northfleet (8 miles east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Swanley
Around Swanley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Orchards Academy and the streets around them. Swanley has its own railway station: Swanley station. Other landmarks nearby include London Borough of Bromley Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and Queen Mary's Hospital (3.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Swanley include The Warren and Summer Hill.
When to book a survey in Swanley
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before more damage is done.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Take an older house close to St Mary the Virgin: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- When you will get the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Swanley 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 start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Swanley
Letting agents and landlords in Swanley book surveys as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the gutter, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
What affects the price in Swanley
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
To get a price for gutter surveys in Swanley, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We email it to you as soon as it is ready.
Deal with drips, sags and loose downpipes early. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
Towns and villages near Swanley
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What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers