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Addiscombe Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys around Addiscombe, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In Addiscombe, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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How a gutter survey works in Addiscombe
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot, but many aren’t. Valley, parapet, box and secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see them, from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We survey outlets and hoppers, downpipes and fascias and soffits, and people most often book us about leaves and moss blocking gutters and leaking or loose downpipes.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Good slates can last over a hundred years, yet the nails often give out first and let slates slip. Homes in Addiscombe are no exception. Lead flashings and shared chimney stacks on these houses need a careful look too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Addiscombe (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Older plastic gutters can turn brittle and crack. We look at the joints, brackets and falls.
Cast iron gutters
Cracks frequently open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
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.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
Local roofs in Addiscombe
About 2 miles south-east lies Addington Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Addiscombe has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Outer London has a good many Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take an older house close to St Mildred's Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For landlords with property near Norwood Junction station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you run a business near St George's Walk, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Addiscombe is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Addiscombe and the rest of Greater London. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. London is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: CR0, SE25 and CR9. Whether your property is on Grant Road, Capri Road and Coe Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. You’ll find Addiscombe on the A232, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Shirley Oaks (1 mile east), Ashburton (1 mile north), Woodside (1 mile north), Shirley (1 mile east) and Monks Orchard (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Around Addiscombe
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Woodside Academy, The Cricketers pub and Ashburton Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Norwood Junction station, roughly 1.2 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St George's Walk (1.5 miles west) and Crystal Palace Museum (2.7 miles north). The countryside around Addiscombe includes Duppas Hill and Bramley Bank.
Addiscombe questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Norwood Junction station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Addiscombe?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available as you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are 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 it applies.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How much time does the visit need?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We will give you an idea as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos testing. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.