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Gutter survey in Burford, Oxfordshire
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Burford, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Gutter survey in Burford
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason, with photos and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Typical surveys look at dripping or leaking gutter joints and cracked or loose downpipes, across valley gutters, downpipes and outlets and hoppers.
In a smaller place like Burford, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Burford (OX18)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
On buildings from before 2000, soffits may be asbestos cement. Any we think could be are flagged for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We look at the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
What we are asked to look at in Burford
A good many tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that slows the flow and gives plants somewhere to grow.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Joints that drip after rain
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Anyone responsible for a site like Burford Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What exactly goes into their report
- What insurance they carry
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Burford
With Minster Lovell Hall about 4.4 miles east, Burford sits in an area with a long building history. 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 any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. 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.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Shipton station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Burford is about 3 miles north-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Burford is one of many places we visit across Oxfordshire. Burford is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover for gutter surveys. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the OX18 postcode area for gutter surveys. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Lower High Street and Swan Lane. Main roads around Burford include the A40 and A361, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Burford: Fulbrook (1 mile north-east), Little Barrington (3 miles west), Milton-under-Wychwood (4 miles north), Fifield (4 miles north) and Idbury (5 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Witney (6 miles east), Carterton (3 miles south-east), Faringdon (11 miles south), Kidlington (15 miles east), Chipping Norton (10 miles north) and Woodstock (13 miles east).
Around Burford
We work in homes and buildings around Burford School and The Royal Oak Public House. Burford’s nearest station is Shipton station, roughly 4.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Burford: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Burford?
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.
I let a flat near Shipton station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How do I book a survey in Burford?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. From the ground you can spot drips and overflows but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see and put it in writing. Homes in smaller places like Burford can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. For a survey in Burford, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What affects the price in Burford
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.