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Gutter Survey in Arborfield
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Arborfield. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter survey in Arborfield: what you get
Gutters are usually fixed to fascia boards, so we look at the fascias and soffits too. Water that overflows for long enough can rot timber fascias and stain the soffits below. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We do not test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We are frequently asked to look into dripping or leaking gutter joints and cracked or loose downpipes, on fascias and soffits, downpipes and eaves gutters.
In a small place like Arborfield, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Arborfield (RG2)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Arborfield
Some gutters may be too small, or have too few downpipes, for the roof they serve. Added roof area from an extension can load an older gutter, and a heavy downpour shows up the problem.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
If you look after a building such as The Coombes Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What experience they bring
How we price gutter surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What to tell us when you contact us
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Towns and villages near Arborfield
What else we do in Arborfield
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters often cause leaks indoors. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter and if it blocks, water can come indoors. We check it where it is safe to see.
Arborfield homes and their roofs
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Living close to Pearman's Copse is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Arborfield is about 3 miles west of Wokingham, in Reading. We visit Arborfield as part of our work across Reading, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the RG2 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Church Lane, Walden Avenue and Cartershill Lane. If you are just outside Arborfield, we cover Shinfield (2 miles west), Lower Earley (2 miles north), Ryeish Green (2 miles west), Earley (2 miles north) and Whitley Wood (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Caversham (6 miles north-west), Norcot (6 miles north-west), West Reading (5 miles north-west), Tilehurst Within (6 miles north-west), Caversham Heights (6 miles north-west) and Horncastle (6 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Arborfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near Swan Inn, Bohunt School Wokingham and Pearman's Copse. Arborfield’s nearest station is Winnersh station, about 2.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Wokingham Hospital (3 miles east) and Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (1.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Arborfield include South Lake and Sonning Hill.
Arborfield questions
I let a flat near Winnersh station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Arborfield within the area you cover?
Yes, Arborfield is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
Report times depend on the package you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s sent to you by email as soon as it’s ready.
Don’t forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but they’re much harder to spot, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Arborfield, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.