Kent · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Whitstable
Not sure what state the gutter is in? You can book a gutter survey in Whitstable and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
A secret gutter is tucked under the slates or tiles at an abutment or valley and is easy to overlook. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and split. We check the joints, brackets and falls.
About our gutter survey in Whitstable
Gutters carry rain off the roof and 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. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a written report with photos. If you’re worried about gutters packed with leaves or moss and joints that drip after rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Whitstable mixes older houses, frequently slate or clay tiled, with newer estates, many of them with concrete tiles. Older homes often keep chimney stacks long after the fireplaces went, and their flashings and pointing still matter. Newer homes have fewer chimneys but their own weak points at ridges, verges and gutters.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Whitstable (CT5)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Whitstable
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Around Whitstable, gutters that overflow soak the wall below, and damp follows inside. At roof level, a loose tile or tired flashing does the same. Left alone, both only get worse.
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why us?
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Whitstable. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Most visits in a town like Whitstable start at the front of the house and work round to the back. Rear gardens and side paths often give the best view of extensions and back slopes. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- 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.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
Report times depend on the package you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. We email it to you once it’s done.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. Left alone, they typically grow and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
Gutter surveys around Whitstable
Whitstable is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Homes near green spaces like Foxes Cross Bottom can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you live in an older home near Church of St John (Methodist), old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like The Whitstable School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Whitstable is about 6 miles north-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Whitstable can all book gutter surveys. Across Kent, we cover Whitstable. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Surveys in CT5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include High Street, Station Road and Cranleigh Gardens. Being close to the A299 and A2990, Whitstable is simple for us to get to for gutter surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Tankerton (1 mile north-east), Chestfield (1 mile east), Swalecliffe (2 miles east), Radfall (2 miles south-east) and Yorkletts (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Margate (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles west), Faversham (7 miles west), Herne Bay (5 miles east) and Minster (11 miles north-west).
What’s near Whitstable
Typical jobs here are in homes near Foxes Cross Bottom, Whitstable Social Club pub and Whitstable Junior School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Whitstable itself: Whitstable station. Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (1 mile north-east) and Tankerton Castle (0.8 miles north). The countryside around Whitstable includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
How we price gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The kind of building and roof involved
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Common questions in Whitstable
Is my home in Whitstable listed or in a conservation area?
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.
I let a flat near Whitstable station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it’s best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.