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Gutter survey in Wittersham, Kent
Gutter surveys in Wittersham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere as small as Wittersham, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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 safely be seen.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Wittersham, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Gutter survey in Wittersham
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where it shouldn’t, often down the brickwork or into 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 fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and brackets that have dropped or snapped, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Wittersham may be 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Wittersham (TN30)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Why it is worth a survey now in Wittersham
Our report is a dated record of what we found, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without one, it’s guesswork from ground level. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in Wittersham
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Photos and a written report every time
- Package prices that include VAT
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more frequently near trees
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
Questions about the report are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you cannot check them from the street, so make sure they’re included in any clearing work.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What a gutter survey looks like in Wittersham
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 1.6 miles north lies Smallhythe Place, a reminder of how long the area around Wittersham has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St John the Baptist, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Take a building like Wittersham Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Wittersham is about 11 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We provide gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Wittersham. Wittersham is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for gutter surveys. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We work across the TN30 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as The Street, Poplar Road and Swan Cottages, and we cover them all. Wittersham sits on or near the B2082, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Acton (1 mile north-east), The Stocks (1 mile east), Stone Corner (1 mile north-east), Reading Street (2 miles north-east) and Stone in Oxney (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (13 miles north-east), New Romney (11 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Wittersham
We work in homes and buildings around The Swan pub. For rail, the closest station is Rye station, about 4.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Ypres Tower (4.8 miles south) and Smallhythe Place (1.6 miles north). Open spaces near Wittersham include Flatropers Wood.
Do you need a gutter survey in Wittersham?
Some gutters may be too small, or have too few downpipes, for the roof they serve. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter, and a heavy downpour shows up the problem.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaking or loose downpipes
For landlords with property near Rye station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- What follow-up you get after the report
Towns and villages near Wittersham
Also in Wittersham
Questions from Wittersham
Is my home in Wittersham listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Wittersham?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
There’s no wrong time. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later as overflowing water can damage walls.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain 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.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.