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Gutter survey in Bradwell, Oxfordshire
Gutter surveys in Bradwell from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Soffits marked by water
Landlord and commercial surveys in Bradwell
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How a gutter survey works in Bradwell
We check the rainwater system above ground level, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It is not a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, we’ll say so in the report, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you’ve noticed leaking or loose downpipes and gutters full of debris and silt, we can find out what’s behind it, on valley gutters, downpipes and parapet and box gutters alike.
In a small place like Bradwell, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Bradwell (OX18)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about gutter surveys in Bradwell
Do you cover Bradwell?
Yes, Bradwell is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Bradwell as anywhere else.
Is Bradwell within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I book a survey in Bradwell?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We cannot see inside the wall itself, so the report covers what can be seen.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
What else we do in Bradwell
What we are asked to look at in Bradwell
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. The survey helps pin down the source before it causes more harm.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Gutters full of debris and silt
Anyone responsible for a site like Burford School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they won’t be able to tell you
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere like Bradwell needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Bradwell, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Bradwell
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Bradwell is about 2 miles west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Bradwell are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford.
Every address in OX18 is covered for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include Woodside Drive, Glissard Way and Birch Drive, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Bradwell, we cover Shilton (1 mile east), Kencot (3 miles south-east) and Alvescot (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Witney (7 miles east), Grove (15 miles south-east), Faringdon (9 miles south), Chipping Norton (12 miles north), Woodstock (14 miles east) and Cogges (7 miles east).
Around Bradwell
Well-known places in the area include Swinford Museum (3 miles south) and Bronze Age Bowl Barrow (3.9 miles south-east).
How we price gutter surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back, and a blockage there can overflow inside. It is inspected as far as safe access allows.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
On big buildings, one blocked outlet can affect a long run so outlets get close attention.