Kent · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in West Farleigh
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in West Farleigh, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in West Farleigh
Gutters are typically fixed to fascia boards, so we check the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and stain the soffits below. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. Typical surveys look at gutters that have fallen out of line and joints that drip after rain, on downpipes, eaves gutters and outlets and hoppers.
In a village or hamlet like West Farleigh, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- West Farleigh (ME15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for West Farleigh
Do you cover smaller places like West Farleigh?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
I let a flat near East Farleigh station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What’s in the report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
Towns and villages near West Farleigh
Other services in West Farleigh
Common roof problems in West Farleigh
Hidden gutters are frequently lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
Trees in and around Quarry Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
What a gutter survey looks like in West Farleigh
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of East Farleigh station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you run a business near Fremlin Walk, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
West Farleigh is about 3 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in West Farleigh can all book gutter surveys. West Farleigh is one of the places in Kent where we work for gutter surveys.
All of ME15 is covered for gutter surveys. Other places close to West Farleigh include Farleigh Green (1 mile east), Hoppers Corner (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile north-west), Barming Heath (1 mile north) and Kettle Corner (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near West Farleigh
Typical jobs here are in homes near Quarry Wood and The Tickled Trout pub, among other places. West Farleigh’s nearest station is East Farleigh station, roughly 1.4 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Allington Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.9 miles north-east).
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around West Farleigh, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, you tell us what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in West Farleigh
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters can suffer at joints and where different metals meet. Any leaks or corrosion we spot go in the report.