Kent · London and the South East
Waltham Gutter Survey
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Waltham, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
How a gutter survey works in Waltham
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way, with photographs and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Typical surveys look at valley or box gutters that overflow inside and hoppers and outlets full of debris, on downpipes, outlets and hoppers and valley gutters.
Somewhere as small as Waltham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Waltham (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Older rural homes like those around Waltham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Gutter surveys around Waltham
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
The streets around a church like Church of St Bartholomew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Chilham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Waltham is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Waltham can all book gutter surveys. Our Kent coverage includes Waltham. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Surveys in CT4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Church Lane, Richdore Road and Kake Street. We also cover the places around Waltham: Stelling Minnis (2 miles east), Bossingham (2 miles east), Stowting Common (4 miles south), Stowting (4 miles south) and Rhodes Minnis (4 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Faversham (10 miles north-west).
What’s near Waltham
Around Waltham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Compasses Inn and the streets around them. Waltham’s nearest station is Chilham station, roughly 3.7 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Chilham Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.5 miles north-east).
Your questions about gutter surveys in Waltham
Do you cover smaller places like Waltham?
Yes, Waltham is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Waltham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 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.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How do I book a survey in Waltham?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Pipes below ground level
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Waltham
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- Anything about access we should know
For a price for gutter surveys in Waltham, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
What else we do in Waltham
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
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, and if it does not, raise it with whoever did the job.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.