Kent · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Three Chimneys
Not sure what state the gutter is in? You can book a gutter survey in Three Chimneys and across Kent.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Soffits marked by water
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Three Chimneys
We carry out gutter surveys in Three Chimneys as part of our cover across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely from ground level, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe. Time on site normally takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. The written report follows, with photos and recommendations. Typical surveys look at overflowing valley or parapet gutters and joints that drip after rain, across fascias and soffits, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Three Chimneys are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Three Chimneys (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Three Chimneys: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Headcorn station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is Three Chimneys within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Three Chimneys
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Gutter surveys in Three Chimneys: local notes
Older houses across Kent frequently 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Whatever the street in Three Chimneys, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Three Chimneys is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever you are in Three Chimneys, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property. Across Kent, we cover Three Chimneys and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Gutter surveys in TN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Hareplain Road and Sissinghurst Road. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Hareplain (1 mile north-east), Biddenden (1 mile east), Curteis' Corner (2 miles east), Standen (2 miles north-east) and Lashenden (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles west), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Near you in Three Chimneys
In Three Chimneys, that means homes and buildings near Three Chimneys Public House. For rail, the closest station is Headcorn station, about 3.2 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Kent Firefighting Museum (1.2 miles north) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.3 miles west).
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How the survey changes by roof type
Box and secret gutters
A secret gutter is tucked under the slates or tiles at an abutment or valley, so they’re easy to forget. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Older plastic gutters can turn brittle and crack. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
What we do, step by step
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 about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Three Chimneys, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Why act early in Three Chimneys
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Three Chimneys, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Three Chimneys
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A written report with photos
- 98% of customers satisfied
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
When to book a survey in Three Chimneys
A good many tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that holds water in the gutter and lets weeds take root.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
If you own a rental within reach of Headcorn station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their drone registration, if they fly one