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Gutter survey in Ash, Surrey
Independent gutter surveys in Ash. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Ash
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we look at the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not test for asbestos, but we flag anything that could contain it. We survey eaves gutters, fascias and soffits and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are overflowing eaves gutters and soffits marked by water.
In a smaller place like Ash, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Ash (GU12, GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys in Ash: local notes
Wanborough Manor, about 2.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ash. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Homes near green spaces such as Aldershot Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Landlords with a home close to Ash station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Anyone responsible for a site like Walsh CofE Junior School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Ash is about 2 miles east of Aldershot, in Surrey. Ash is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Our Surrey coverage includes Ash and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU12 and GU10 postcode area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Ash Church Road, Square Field Way and Littlefield Close or a nearby road, we can help. Ash sits on or near the A331 and B3206, which makes travel easy. We also cover Ash Green (1 mile east), Tongham (1 mile south-west), Ash Vale (1 mile north), Seale (2 miles south) and Aldershot (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (6 miles east), Woking (8 miles north-east), Camberley (6 miles north), Farnham (4 miles south-west), Egham (15 miles north-east) and Frimley (5 miles north).
Landmarks near Ash
Typical jobs here are in homes near Aldershot Park, The Connaught School and The Dover Arms. The closest station to Ash is Ash station, about 0.5 miles north-east. A little further out are Farnham Castle (4 miles south-west) and Ash Museum (less than half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Rowhill Nature Reserve and Hog's Back.
What else we do in Ash
Useful tips for Ash property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say 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.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. 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.
Prices for gutter surveys in Ash
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It usually takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a smaller place like Ash, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Ash questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Ash station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Will you come out to Ash?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How much time does the visit need?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Ash?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What we look for on each type of roof
Fascias and soffits
Some older soffits may contain asbestos. We flag any that could be for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted, but rust where the paint fails.