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Gutter Survey in Addlestone
Know where you stand with the gutter before you decide what to do next. We carry out gutter surveys in Addlestone.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
About our gutter survey in Addlestone
Gutters are typically fixed to fascia boards, so we look at the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We do not carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We are often asked to look into hoppers and outlets full of debris and water spilling over the gutter edge, on eaves gutters, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits.
In a smaller place like Addlestone, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Addlestone (KT15)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey looks like in Addlestone
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Botleys Mansion, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Addlestone. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Anyone responsible for a site like Darley Dene Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Take an older house close to St Paul's: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Addlestone is about 5 miles north-east of Woking, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Addlestone across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. There is also a page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: KT15. That includes homes and businesses on Market Street, High Street and Station Road and the roads around them. Addlestone is on the A317 and A318, so it is easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include New Haw (1 mile south), Brooklands (2 miles south-east), Weybridge (2 miles east), St George's Hill (2 miles east) and Byfleet (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (9 miles south), Woking (5 miles south-west), Camberley (11 miles west), Epsom (10 miles east), Ewell (10 miles east) and Egham (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Addlestone
Around Addlestone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Jubilee High School, Woburn Park and St George's College Weybridge. There’s a railway station in Addlestone itself: Addlestone station. Nearby you will also find Runnymede Hospital (1.5 miles west). Open spaces near Addlestone include St Ann's Hill and Gracious Pond.
Places near Addlestone
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Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so a drain survey can be arranged. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Watch your gutters from ground level or a window during heavy rain. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
When to book a survey in Addlestone
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. The survey helps pin down the source before more damage is done.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
If you own a rental within reach of Addlestone station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- When you’ll get the report
Why it is worth a survey now in Addlestone
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away, but it doesn’t tell you why a gutter overflows. Our survey also looks at falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. On a bungalow or cottage around Addlestone, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Addlestone
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Common questions in Addlestone
Is my home in Addlestone listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near Addlestone station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
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.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We can’t see inside the wall itself, so we report on what’s visible.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Addlestone
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to look at the gutter as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a smaller place like Addlestone, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- First, you tell us what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.