Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Astwick
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Astwick. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
Gutter survey in Astwick
We carry out gutter surveys in Astwick as part of our cover across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows and from the roof space. Time on site usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed blocked outlets and hoppers and gutters that have fallen out of line, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Astwick may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
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
- Astwick (SG5)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Astwick
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Arlesey station?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Astwick?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How much is a gutter survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later, because the walls take the water.
Local roofs in Astwick
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. About 1.7 miles east lies Hinxworth Place, a reminder of how long the area around Astwick has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of Saint Guthlac, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Arlesey station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take a building like St Mary's CofE Academy Stotfold: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Astwick is about 1 mile north of Stotfold, in Hertfordshire. Surveys in Astwick work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Astwick. For surveys nearby, see our Milton Keynes page.
We work across SG5 for gutter surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Astwick Road and Sycamore Avenue and the roads around them. Other places close to Astwick include Stotfold Common (1 mile south), Stotfold (1 mile south) and Radwell (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (9 miles south), Hitchin (6 miles south), Letchworth (4 miles south), Letchworth Garden City (4 miles south), Baldock (4 miles south-east) and Benslow (6 miles south).
What’s near Astwick
For rail, the closest station is Arlesey station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Fairfield Hospital (2.2 miles south) and Bygrave House (3.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Astwick includes Arlesey Old Moat and Glebe Meadows.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a small place like Astwick, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Pipes below ground level
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Nearby places to Astwick
What else we do in Astwick
Why act early in Astwick
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Finding the cause now normally keeps the fix smaller. In a place like Astwick, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 20+ years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof by roof
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We check them where they can be seen safely.
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.