Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Coleman Green Gutter Survey
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Coleman Green. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
About our gutter survey in Coleman Green
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photos show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. Common reasons to book are valley or box gutters that overflow inside and dripping or leaking gutter joints, across valley gutters, downpipes and outlets and hoppers.
In a village or hamlet like Coleman Green, older cottages and farmhouses often 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. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Where we cannot see part of the gutter, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Coleman Green (AL4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere like Coleman Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets in another room
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
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When you need someone else
A survey is a careful look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Coleman Green
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
What a gutter survey looks like in Coleman Green
The wider area around Coleman Green has a long history of building, with Shaw's Corner about 2.5 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you look after a building like Beech Hyde Primary School and Nursery, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you run a business near Howard Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Landlords with a home close to Welwyn Garden City station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Coleman Green is about 3 miles north-west of Hatfield, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Coleman Green and the rest of Hertfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Coleman Green. There’s also a page for London.
Surveys in AL4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Coleman Green Lane and Darblay Close, and we cover them all. We also cover Cooper's Green (2 miles south), Lemsford (2 miles east), Jersey Farm (2 miles south-west), Stanborough (2 miles east) and Smallford (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (11 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (8 miles west), Stevenage (9 miles north-east), St Albans (4 miles south-west), Welwyn Garden City (4 miles east) and Harpenden (3 miles north-west).
What’s near Coleman Green
In Coleman Green, that means homes and buildings near Sandringham School and John Bunyan pub and the streets around them. Coleman Green’s nearest station is Welwyn Garden City station, roughly 3.1 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Howard Centre (3.1 miles east) and The Bunker at Hatfield Police Station (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Wheathampstead Local Nature Reserve and Verulamium Lake.
What affects the price in Coleman Green
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Coleman Green
Is Coleman Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Welwyn Garden City station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, where it’s safe to see them. We use the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe, and by drone where it’s applicable.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We do not test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters are common on commercial buildings and some homes. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Cast iron gutters
Cracks frequently open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so you can arrange a drain survey. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
Why act early in Coleman Green
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Finding the cause now typically keeps the fix smaller. Around Coleman Green, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Coleman Green
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.