Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Braughing, Hertfordshire
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Braughing, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Gutter survey in Braughing: what you get
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Buildings near trees collect more, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. It’s an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. We survey fascias and soffits, valley gutters and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks at the gutter joints and rotten fascias or stained soffits.
In a village or hamlet like Braughing, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Braughing (SG11)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
FAQs for Braughing
Will you come out to Braughing?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Braughing listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Braughing homes and their roofs
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Much Hadham Palace, about 4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Braughing. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Anyone responsible for a site like Jenyns First School and Nursery will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Braughing is about 6 miles north-west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Braughing get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
Every address in SG11 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a gutter survey at a property on The Street, Pentlows and Northfield or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Hay Street (1 mile north-west), Westmill (2 miles north-west), Albury (2 miles east), Gravesend (3 miles east) and Furneux Pelham (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (9 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (6 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles south-west), Hitchin (13 miles west), Hoddesdon (11 miles south) and Cheshunt (14 miles south).
Local landmarks in Braughing
Around Braughing, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Axe And Compasses Public House, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Moated mound (3.7 miles east).
Nearby places to Braughing
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Tips that help
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Check downpipe clips are holding
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
How we price gutter surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Braughing, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can overflow into the building, frequently in the heaviest rain. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. For older village homes like those around Braughing, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Braughing
- An independent look at the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.