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Gutter Survey in Charleshill
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Charleshill, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Joints that drip after rain
Gutter survey in Charleshill: what you get
We check the rainwater system above ground level, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It isn’t a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, the report will say so, so you can get the drains checked separately. Anything we find above ground, such as a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. If you’ve noticed rotten fascias or stained soffits and blocked outlets and hoppers, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Charleshill, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Charleshill (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys around Charleshill
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Charleshill has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 3.8 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as 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.
If you live near a park like Thundry Meadows, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St James, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Farnham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Charleshill is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. In Charleshill, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Surrey, we cover Charleshill and the places around it. Guildford is in our area too.
Every address in GU10 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Farnham Road and Whitmead Road, all of which we cover. You will find Charleshill on the B3001, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Tilford (1 mile west), Elstead (1 mile south-east), Tilford Common (2 miles south-west), Tilford Reeds (2 miles west) and Rushmoor (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles north-east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (8 miles north) and Haslemere (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Charleshill
In Charleshill, that means homes and buildings near The Donkey pub and Thundry Meadows. For rail, the closest station is Farnham station, roughly 3.2 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Farnham (3.7 miles north-west) and Milford Hospital (4.6 miles east). The countryside around Charleshill includes Runfold Wood and Upper Lake.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Places near Charleshill
Also in Charleshill
FAQs for Charleshill
Will you come out to Charleshill?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Charleshill listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How do I book a survey in Charleshill?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or email us to arrange it.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will the survey check 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.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere like Charleshill needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First, you tell us what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, like valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Charleshill, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
How we price gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
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 spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Charleshill
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters