Gutter Survey in City of London

Gutter survey in the City of London: how it works

We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It isn’t a CCTV drain survey, so we cannot see inside underground pipes. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, we will say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. We survey eaves gutters, fascias and soffits and downpipes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water backing up from a hidden gutter and gutters overflowing in heavy rain.

Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow.

1. First, you let us know what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
2. Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
3. Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
4. Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
5. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.

Prices in the City of London

Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.

Why customers in the City of London book us

• Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
• 98% of clients satisfied
• Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
• Independent findings on the roof’s condition

Booking a survey

For a price for gutter surveys in the City of London, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.

Landmarks near City of London

We work in homes and buildings around Fashion Retail Academy, Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre and Barts Health Archives, among other places. Other local landmarks include Golden Fleece pub (within half a mile south), St Alphage Garden (less than half a mile north), Central Foundation Boys' School (0.8 miles north) and St Mary-at-Hill (0.5 miles south-east). City of London has its own railway station: London Cannon Street station. A little further out are Gabriel's Wharf (0.8 miles south-west) and London Mithraeum (less than half a mile south). Open spaces near City of London include St. James's Park Lake and Barnsbury Wood.

• Churches close by include St Olave Old Jewry (less than half a mile east)

Practical tips

A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:

• Have overhanging branches cut back
• Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
• Watch for green marks down the brickwork
• Check for spilling water in a downpour

Report times depend on the package you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We email it to you once it’s done.

Get the gutters cleared every year or more often near trees. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.