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Gutter survey in Crawley, Oxfordshire
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Crawley? We carry out gutter surveys in Crawley and across Oxfordshire.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
About our gutter survey in Crawley
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 cannot see inside buried drains. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, we’ll say so in the report, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you’re worried about dripping or leaking gutter joints and overflowing valley or parapet gutters, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Crawley, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Crawley (OX29)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Crawley
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the gutter.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Crawley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crawley?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I let a flat near Finstock station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is Crawley in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Crawley.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
How much is a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
The survey, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes between one and two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Crawley can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us 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 is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Nearby places to Crawley
What else we do in Crawley
What happens if roof problems are left?
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Every downpour adds to the damage, on walls, timber and sometimes inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. In a place like Crawley, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we’re there.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
Gutter surveys in Crawley: local notes
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Minster Lovell Hall, about 1.1 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Crawley. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St John the Evangelist, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Hailey Church of England Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Landlords with a home close to Finstock station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Crawley is about 1 mile north-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Whether the building in Crawley is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Crawley is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
All of OX29 is within our area for gutter surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Witney Hill, Farm Lane and Foxburrow Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Leafield (2 miles north-west), Swinbrook (4 miles west), Ascott d'Oyley (4 miles north-west), Ascott-under-Wychwood (5 miles north-west) and Ascott Earl (5 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Oxford (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south-east), Carterton (5 miles south-west), Wantage (15 miles south), Grove (14 miles south) and Faringdon (11 miles south).
What’s near Crawley
We work in homes and buildings around Wood Green School and The Lamb Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Finstock station, about 3.6 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Cogges Manor Farm Museum (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Crawley include Blenheim Farm.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What we look for on each type of roof
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Aluminium and other metal gutters are used on many newer and commercial buildings. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. Their joints can leak as the seals wear, and brackets can sag under load.