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Gutter survey in Ulcombe, Kent
Not sure what state the gutter is in? You can book a gutter survey in Ulcombe and across Kent.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
Report times depend on the package you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. We email it to you once it’s done.
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 survey in Ulcombe: what you get
Owners get in touch after seeing an overflow, finding damp or planning ahead for winter. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason, with photos and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We are often asked to look into cracked or loose downpipes and overflowing eaves gutters, on fascias and soffits, downpipes and valley gutters.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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 often where weather gets in first.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Ulcombe (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere as small as Ulcombe, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from the ground and vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Ulcombe
Clearing gutters removes the debris, but it doesn’t tell you why a gutter overflows. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there’s more to it. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Ulcombe, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Ulcombe
- Prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Common roof problems in Ulcombe
Gutter brackets work loose or corrode with age. Wet leaves and silt add a lot of weight and the extra load drags the gutter down. Once the fall is lost, water sits at the low point and spills over.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ulcombe Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What they will not be able to tell you
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order where it is safe to see them. Missing lead is something we check for too.
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
What affects the price in Ulcombe
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common questions in Ulcombe
Can a landlord with a rental near Harrietsham station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Ulcombe?
Yes, Ulcombe is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Towns and villages near Ulcombe
Other services in Ulcombe
Gutter surveys around Ulcombe
The wider area around Ulcombe has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 2.5 miles north. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For landlords with property near Harrietsham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Ulcombe is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Ulcombe as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Ulcombe is one of the places in Kent we cover. Maidstone is in our area too.
Gutter surveys in ME17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as The Street and Chapmans Place. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north-east), Eastwood (1 mile south-east), Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Chartway Street (1 mile north-west) and Broadstone (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (11 miles west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ulcombe
In Ulcombe, that means homes and buildings near The Harrow Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 2.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (2 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.3 miles north).