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Gutter survey in Broad Green, Essex
Gutter surveys in Broad Green and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Landlords, agents and block managers in Broad Green
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
How a gutter survey works in Broad Green
This survey covers rainwater above ground: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It isn’t a CCTV drain survey, so we cannot see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, the report will say so, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. We survey eaves gutters, parapet and box gutters and downpipes, and people most frequently book us about valley or box gutters that overflow inside and joints that drip after rain.
Some older homes in villages like Broad Green are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report records the gutter as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Broad Green (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for gutter surveys in Broad Green
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Broad Green
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
Common roof problems in Broad Green
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
Take a building like Honywood Community Science School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Their report turnaround times
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere like Broad Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Roof by roof
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters frequently cause leaks indoors. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Aluminium and other metal gutters are used on many newer and commercial buildings. Joints, outlets and fixings are the parts we focus on.
Broad Green questions
Do you cover smaller places like Broad Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
I let a flat near Marks Tey station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
How do I book a survey in Broad Green?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How much is a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
Broad Green homes and their roofs
About 4.6 miles south-east lies Layer Marney Tower, a reminder of how long the area around Broad Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you let a flat or house near Marks Tey station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to Church of St James: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Broad Green is about 6 miles south-east of Halstead, in Essex. Roofs in Broad Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. Our area takes in places right across Essex. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Gutter surveys in CO6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover Surrex (1 mile west), Skye Green (1 mile south-west), Little Tey (1 mile east), Stocks Green (1 mile south) and Marks Tey (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (7 miles east), Chelmsford (14 miles south-west), Braintree (7 miles west), Maldon (10 miles south), Witham (7 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (6 miles east).
Around Broad Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Kings Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Marks Tey station, about 2.3 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Birch Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Laundry & Mangle Museum (2.5 miles west). Open spaces near Broad Green include Iron Latch.