Medway · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Wouldham, Medway
Gutter surveys in Wouldham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Wouldham
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and stain the soffits below. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We don’t carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. Typical surveys look at rotten fascias or stained soffits and gutters that have fallen out of line, across outlets and hoppers, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits.
In a small place like Wouldham, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Wouldham (ME1)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Wouldham
Clearing gutters removes the debris but it will not explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there is more to it. Older and listed buildings around Wouldham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we can’t see
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Wouldham
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
When to book a survey in Wouldham
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. Added roof area from an extension can load an older gutter, and a heavy downpour shows up the problem.
Look out for signs like these:
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
If you own a rental within reach of Halling station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What experience they bring
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
FAQs for Wouldham
Will you come out to Wouldham?
Yes. Wouldham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Wouldham is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
How much time does the visit need?
It typically takes an hour or two for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will give you an idea when you book.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead linings are common in valleys and parapet gutters on older houses. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so a drain survey can be arranged. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we are there.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
Wouldham homes and their roofs
Historic houses such as Starkey Castle, about 0.9 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Wouldham goes. 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. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Halling Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Wouldham is about 3 miles west of Chatham, in Medway. We survey roofs in Wouldham and the rest of Medway. Wouldham is one of the towns and villages in Medway we cover for gutter surveys. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in ME1 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on High Street, Oldfield Drive and Meadow Way and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Wouldham: Peters Village (1 mile south), Halling (1 mile west), Scarborough (1 mile south-east), Holborough (1 mile south-west) and North Halling (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles east), Chatham (3 miles east), Rochester (3 miles north-east), Rainham (6 miles east), Strood (3 miles north) and Luton (4 miles east).
Around Wouldham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Holborough Marshes, The Five Bells pub and The Thomas Aveling School. For rail, the closest station is Halling station, roughly 0.6 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Rochester Castle (3.3 miles north-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Wouldham include Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Wouldham, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Wouldham, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.