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Gutter survey in Twitham, Kent
Gutter surveys in Twitham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
What we’re asked to look at in Twitham
Some gutters may be too small, or have too few downpipes, for the roof they serve. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
Problems we come across often include:
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Leaking or loose downpipes
For landlords with property near Adisham station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
How a gutter survey works in Twitham
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way with photos and clear recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We survey downpipes, eaves gutters and parapet and box gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are brackets that have dropped or snapped and leaves and moss blocking gutters.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Twitham (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Twitham
Other services in Twitham
Why act early in Twitham
Our report is a dated record of what we found, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without it, you’re relying on what can be seen from the pavement. Older cottages and farmhouses around Twitham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
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.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter and if it blocks, water can come indoors. We check it where it is safe to see.
Fascias and soffits
Soffits and timber fascias suffer when gutters overflow. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
Gutter surveys around Twitham
Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 1.6 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Twitham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St James, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Twitham is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. If you’re in Twitham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Kent coverage includes Twitham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Every address in CT3 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Well Head (1 mile west), Staple (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile north), Wingham (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (11 miles north-east).
What’s near Twitham
We work in homes and buildings around The Three Tuns pub and the streets around them. Twitham’s nearest station is Adisham station, roughly 2.4 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (5.7 miles west) and White Mill (4 miles east). For a walk, there is Monk's Wall nature reserve.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Twitham, 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.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Useful tips for Twitham property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
How we price gutter surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Basic, Standard or Premium
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Twitham questions
Is my home in Twitham listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Adisham station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We can’t see inside the wall itself, so the report covers what can be seen.