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Gutter survey in Compton, Surrey
Gutter surveys across Compton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters often cause leaks indoors. We look at the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
Gutter survey in Compton
Your gutters take the rain from the roof and lead it away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t, often down the brickwork or into the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. If you’re worried about cracked or loose downpipes and dripping or leaking gutter joints, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Compton, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. 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.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Compton (GU10, GU9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Compton
Other services in Compton
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Compton
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Historic houses such as Farnham Castle, about 1.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Compton goes. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Marys Parish Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as South Farnham School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live near a park such as Moor Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Compton is about 1 mile east of Farnham, in Surrey. Whether the building in Compton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Compton is one of the places in Surrey where we work. Guildford is in our area too.
We survey roofs across GU10 and GU9 for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Moor Park Lane, Compton Way and Moor Park Way or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Runfold (1 mile east), The Sands (1 mile east), Badshot Lea (1 mile north), Farnham (1 mile west) and Sandy Cross (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (9 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (7 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Compton
In Compton, that means homes and buildings near Moor Park and Shepherd & Flock pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Farnham station, roughly 1.3 miles west. A little further out are Museum of Farnham (1.8 miles west) and Farnham Castle (1.8 miles west). For a walk, there’s Runfold Wood and Culverswell Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What this survey can’t tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- The inside of buried drains
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents and landlords in Compton book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Why get it checked now?
A written report gives you a dated record of the gutters’ condition, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without one, it is guesswork from the ground. In a place like Compton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why book us in Compton
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Compton, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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FAQs for Compton
How do I find out if my home in Compton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
I let a flat near Farnham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block, so they’re an important part of the survey. Some may only be partly visible, and we will note that in the report.