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Binscombe Gutter Survey
A careful look at the gutter at your property in Binscombe, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Leaking or loose downpipes
When to book a survey in Binscombe
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic gutters move with heat and cold, and in time their joints can drip. Cast iron joints can corrode and part where the paint has failed.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Anyone responsible for a site like Loseley Fields Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Gutter survey in Binscombe: what you get
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a written report with photos. We survey fascias and soffits, parapet and box gutters and eaves gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are choked outlets or hopper heads and overflowing valley or parapet gutters.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Binscombe (GU7)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Binscombe
Is my home in Binscombe listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Binscombe within the area you cover?
Yes, Binscombe is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so, based on what we can see.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What a gutter survey looks like in Binscombe
Historic houses such as Loseley Park, about 0.7 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Binscombe goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you own a rental within reach of Farncombe station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you live in an older home near St John the Evangelist Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Binscombe is about 3 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. We carry out gutter surveys in Binscombe for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Binscombe is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Surveys in GU7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Squirrels Close, Redwing Avenue and Copse Side, and we cover them all. Other places close to Binscombe include Compton (1 mile north-west), Hurtmore (1 mile west), Littleton (1 mile north-east), Onslow Village (2 miles north) and Shackleford (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (3 miles north-east), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Binscombe
In Binscombe, that means homes and buildings near The Withies Inn, Farncombe Wood and Broadwater School. The closest station to Binscombe is Farncombe station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Guildford Castle (2.6 miles north-east) and Charterhouse School Museum (0.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Binscombe include Frith Hill and Lower Lake.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The shape of the roof and its details
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What this survey can’t tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
DIY checks: what’s safe
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
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.
Why act early in Binscombe
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. From the ground you can spot drips and overflows but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Outbuildings and barns around Binscombe are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Photos and a written report every time
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
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How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere as small as Binscombe, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. 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 the ground.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.