Medway · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Wainscott, Medway
Not sure what state the gutter is in? You can book a gutter survey in Wainscott and across Medway.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Overflowing eaves gutters
About our gutter survey in Wainscott
Your gutters take the rain from the roof and lead it away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed gutters packed with leaves or moss and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Wainscott, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Wainscott (ME2, ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
How we price gutter surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What to let us know when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A written report gives you a dated record of the gutters’ condition, useful when you are planning maintenance or getting work priced. Without it, you’re relying on what can be seen from the pavement. In an older home around Wainscott, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we’re asked to look at in Wainscott
Leaves are behind most blocked gutters. Every autumn, trees fill gutters with leaves, twigs and seeds, and they collect at the outlets. Once an outlet is choked, the gutter fills and overflows.
Problems we come across often include:
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
If you let a flat or house near Strood station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Is VAT included in the price?
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Wainscott 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.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Your questions about gutter surveys in Wainscott
Can a landlord with a rental near Strood station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is Wainscott within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground down to where the downpipes reach the ground. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we’ll tell you.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
We check whether rainwater from the gutters is reaching the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We can’t see inside walls, so the report covers what can be seen.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Wainscott?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Checking the roof from ground level
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Wainscott homes and their roofs
Wainscott is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. About 1.7 miles south lies Restoration House, a reminder of how long the area around Wainscott has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Wainscott Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you run a business near Pentagon Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Wainscott is about 2 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Surveys in Wainscott work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across Medway, we cover Wainscott and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Gutter surveys in ME2 and ME3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Hoo Road, Holly Road and Leigh Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Wainscott include Upper Upnor (1 mile south-east), Lower Upnor (1 mile east), Chattenden (1 mile north-east), Cooling Street (2 miles north) and Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Gillingham (4 miles south-east), Chatham (4 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Luton (3 miles south), Park Wood (6 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south).
Around Wainscott
Around Wainscott, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Temple School, Broomhill Park and The Hundred of Hoo Academy and the streets around them. You’ll also find Royal Oak pub (0.6 miles south-west) and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.8 miles south). Wainscott’s nearest station is Strood station, roughly 1.1 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Upnor Castle (0.7 miles south-east) and Huguenot Museum (1.6 miles south). For a walk, there is Rede Common and Gad's Hill.