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Waldershare Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in Waldershare from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Gutter survey in Waldershare
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 typically 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. We survey outlets and hoppers, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are rotten fascias or stained soffits and gutters packed with leaves or moss.
Some older homes in villages like Waldershare 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.
Where we can’t see part of the gutter, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Waldershare (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Waldershare
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What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Waldershare, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Why act early in Waldershare
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can overflow into the building, frequently in the heaviest rain. It’s worth having these gutters looked at before the wetter months. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Waldershare, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What we cannot see
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- The inside of buried drains
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Waldershare
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check downpipe clips are holding
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Have overhanging branches cut back
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so you can arrange a drain survey. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we’re there.
Watch your gutters from ground level or a window during heavy rain. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before damage builds up.
Waldershare questions
Is Waldershare within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is my home in Waldershare listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
How long does a gutter survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
What does the report include?
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, so you know exactly what was covered.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What affects the price in Waldershare
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Local roofs in Waldershare
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 4 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Waldershare 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.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Pancras, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Landlords with a home close to Shepherds Well station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Waldershare is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. Waldershare is one of many places we visit across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Waldershare is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Canterbury is in our area too.
Surveys in CT15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Eythorne (1 mile north-east), Coldred (1 mile south-west), Sibertswold (1 mile west), Halfway Street (2 miles west) and Lydden (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south-west), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Waldershare
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse pub. The nearest railway station is Shepherds Well station, roughly 1.3 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Buckland Hospital (4.2 miles south) and Dover Transport Museum (3 miles south-east).