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Deptford Gutter Survey
We carry out gutter surveys in Deptford and the rest of Greater London. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Joints that drip after rain
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Deptford and across Greater London can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Gutter survey in Deptford
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. It is an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. Typical surveys look at choked outlets or hopper heads and leaves and moss blocking gutters, across downpipes, eaves gutters and parapet and box gutters.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, frequently with slate roofs, chimney stacks shared with neighbours and gutters hidden behind parapets. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. In Deptford, as across London, that’s why a roof needs a close look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Deptford (SE8, SE10, SE14)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Signs you need a gutter survey in Deptford
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. Wet leaves and silt add a lot of weight, and that weight pulls sections out of line. Once the fall is lost, water sits at the low point and spills over.
Common reasons to book include:
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
Take an older house close to St. Paul's: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
Common questions in Deptford
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Deptford?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Deptford?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
There is no wrong time. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it is best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
We will normally ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Local roofs in Deptford
About 1 mile east lies Queen's House, a reminder of how long the area around Deptford has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Lewisham Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. If you let a flat or house near Deptford station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Deptford is about 3 miles south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Roofs in Deptford get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. Across Greater London, we cover Deptford and the places around it.
Here we cover the SE8, SE10 and SE14 postcode area for gutter surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Mill Lane, Dixon Road and Clare Road and the roads around them. You will find Deptford on the A2209, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in New Cross (1 mile south-west), St Johns (1 mile south), Millwall (1 mile north), Isle of Dogs (1 mile north-east) and North Greenwich (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (3 miles north-west), City of Westminster (6 miles north-west), Marylebone (6 miles north-west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (4 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Deptford
Around Deptford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Addey and Stanhope School, Sue Godfrey Nature Park and Deptford Arms and the streets around them. Deptford has its own railway station: Deptford station. A little further out are Greenwich Castle (1.1 miles east) and Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.3 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Sue Godfrey Nature Park and Tower Hill.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Deptford
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Surveys in Deptford can be booked for any day of the week. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- 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.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Deptford, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.