Kent · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Westwell, Kent
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Westwell, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
Gutter survey in Westwell: what you get
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. It’s an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. If you’ve noticed gutters full of debris and silt and joints that drip after rain, we can find out what’s behind it.
Village roofs frequently 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
You receive the findings 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
- Westwell (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Westwell
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Prices for gutter surveys in Westwell
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Rural addresses near Westwell can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The roof space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Roof by roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
We look at the lining, the joints and the outlets where it’s safe to see them. Missing lead is something we check for too.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters are common on commercial buildings and some homes. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Towns and villages near Westwell
What else we do in Westwell
Gutter surveys around Westwell
With Godinton House about 2.3 miles south, Westwell sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Hayesbrook School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you let a flat or house near Charing station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near County Square, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Westwell is about 4 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Westwell and the rest of Kent. Westwell is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN25 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Tutt Hill (1 mile south-west), Ram Lane (1 mile west), Potters Corner (1 mile south), Westwell Leacon (2 miles west) and Hothfield (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (4 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-west), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Westwell
Westwell’s nearest station is Charing station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find County Square (3.2 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (4.6 miles south-east).
Westwell: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Westwell?
Yes. Westwell is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Westwell?
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. We look at above-ground rainwater only, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we will tell you.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you give me structural calculations?
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. The report will say if you need an engineer.