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Gutter survey in Barnes, Greater London
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Barnes. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- The inside of buried drains
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Gutter survey in Barnes: what you get
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot, but many are not. Valley, parapet, box and secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from the ground, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Many leaks indoors start at a hidden gutter. We survey fascias and soffits, parapet and box gutters and downpipes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are overflowing valley or parapet gutters and leaves and moss blocking gutters.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is typically a shared part of the building. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photos.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Barnes (SW13, SW15, SW14)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Joints that have pulled apart are a common fault on plastic gutters. We record each one we can see.
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
Do you need a gutter survey in Barnes?
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before it causes more harm.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Gutters full of debris and silt
Shop and office owners around Putney Exchange may find that a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Gutter surveys around Barnes
About 0.9 miles north-west lies Chiswick House, a reminder of how long the area around Barnes has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Osmund's Catholic Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near Barnes Methodist Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Barnes is about 2 miles west of Fulham, in Greater London. Anywhere in Barnes, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property. We cover towns and villages across Greater London. There is also a page for London.
Surveys in SW13, SW15 and SW14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Church Road, Station Road and Barnes High Street, all of which we cover. Barnes sits on or near the A306 and B349, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Barnes: Old Chiswick (1 mile north), Turnham Green (1 mile north-west), Mortlake (1 mile south-west), East Sheen (1 mile south-west) and Putney (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (5 miles north-east), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), Kensington (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (7 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Barnes
In Barnes, that means homes and buildings near Chiswick School, Sun Inn and Barn Elms and the streets around them. Also close by are Polish Library POSK in London (1.4 miles north) and The Harrodian School (0.6 miles north). Barnes has its own railway station: Barnes Bridge station. Nearby you will also find Barnes Hospital (0.7 miles south-west) and Putney Exchange (1.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Richmond Hill and Kew Gardens Lake.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it’s useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Barnes runs like any other.
- 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 the ground.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book 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 ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
Other services in Barnes
Questions from Barnes
Can a landlord with a rental near Barnes Bridge station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Barnes?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is Barnes in your area?
Yes. Barnes is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Barnes?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Barnes
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.