Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Cox Green
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Cox Green, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Gutter survey in Cox Green: what you get
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork frequently trace back to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, from whatever is safely visible. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so, with a suggested next step. If you’ve noticed valley or box gutters that overflow inside and fascia boards damaged by overflowing water, we can find out what’s behind it, on outlets and hoppers, eaves gutters and downpipes alike.
In a smaller place like Cox Green, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Cox Green (SL6)
- Wider area
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Cox Green
Will you come out to Cox Green?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can a landlord with a rental near Maidenhead station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when booking.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Cox Green
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Gutter surveys in Cox Green: local notes
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Historic houses such as Dorney Court, about 3.2 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Cox Green goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live near a park such as Ockwells Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. Take a building like Wessex Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Maidenhead station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Cox Green is about 1 mile south-west of Maidenhead, in Windsor and Maidenhead. We carry out gutter surveys in Cox Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Cox Green is one of the places in Windsor and Maidenhead we cover for gutter surveys. Reading is in our area too.
We work across SL6 for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Lock Lane, Curls Road and Thrift Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Main roads around Cox Green include the A404(M). Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Boyn Hill (1 mile north-east), Maidenhead (1 mile north-east), Woolley Green (1 mile west), Bray Wick (1 mile east) and Pinkneys Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Windsor (5 miles south-east), North Ascot (7 miles south), Cookham (3 miles north), Dedworth (5 miles south-east), Broomhall (9 miles south-east) and South Ascot (8 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Windsor and Maidenhead, Cox Green has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Around Cox Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ockwells Park, The Crown pub and Cox Green School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Maidenhead station, about 1.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include St Mark's Hospital (1.2 miles north) and The Reitlinger Bequest Museum (1.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Weycock Hill and Taplow Lake.
Why get it checked now?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Around Cox Green, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Also near Cox Green
What else we do in Cox Green
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Being in a smaller place like Cox Green doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.