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Chelsham Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in Chelsham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter survey in Chelsham
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t and that usually means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a written report with photos. We survey valley gutters, downpipes and eaves gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are overflowing valley or parapet gutters and brackets that have dropped or snapped.
Older buildings in small places like Chelsham may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Chelsham (CR6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a small place like Chelsham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Chelsham questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Woldingham station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chelsham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
There is no wrong time. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later, because the walls take the water.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No, CCTV drain work is not part of this survey. The survey covers gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
What we can’t see
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted but corrode once the paint wears off.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Nearby places to Chelsham
Also in Chelsham
Why act early in Chelsham
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can back up into the loft space and the rooms below, frequently in the heaviest rain. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. Older and listed buildings around Chelsham may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- An independent view of the roof
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What affects the price in Chelsham
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Local roofs in Chelsham
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Addington Palace, about 3 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chelsham. Older homes in the wider area often 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.
Trees in and around Ledgers Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. Anyone responsible for a site like Warlingham Village Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Woldingham station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Chelsham is about 3 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Chelsham, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Surrey, we cover Chelsham. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Gutter surveys in CR6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Chelsham Common and Chelsham Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Farleigh (1 mile north), Warlingham (1 mile west), Hamsey Green (1 mile west), Fickleshole (1 mile north-east) and New Addington (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Epsom (10 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-west), Redhill (8 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles west), Reigate (9 miles south-west) and Caterham (3 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Chelsham
Around Chelsham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Warlingham School, Ledgers Wood and Hare & Hounds pub. For rail, the closest station is Woldingham station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Warlingham Park Hospital (within half a mile north) and East Surrey Museum (3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hutchinson's Bank and Nore Hill.