West Berkshire · London and the South East
Enborne Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Enborne, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Joints that drip after rain
About our gutter survey in Enborne
A gutter needs a steady fall towards its outlet or water sits in them. Sagging brackets and slipped joints leave water standing and overflowing where the gutter dips. We check the line of each run as far as we can see it and look at the brackets and downpipe clips. You get written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey valley gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters, and people most often book us about brackets that have dropped or snapped and leaves and moss blocking gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Enborne are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Enborne (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
Also near Enborne
What else we do in Enborne
Gutter surveys around Enborne
With Benham Park about 1.2 miles north, Enborne sits in an area with a long building history. 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. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Newbury station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Living close to Hamstead Marshall Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you look after a building like Enborne C.E. Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Enborne is about 2 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Surveys in Enborne work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in RG20 is within our area for gutter surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Crockham Heath (1 mile south), Skinners Green (1 mile east), Hamstead Marshall (1 mile west), Wash Common (2 miles south-east) and Enborne Row (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Thatcham (5 miles east), Burghfield Common (13 miles east), Hungerford (6 miles west), Calcot (14 miles east), Lambourn (11 miles north-west) and Shaw (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Enborne
In Enborne, that means homes and buildings near Hamstead Marshall Park, Craven Arms and Park House School and the streets around them. The closest station to Enborne is Newbury station, about 2.2 miles east. A little further out are British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (2.3 miles east) and Hamstead Marshall 2 (1.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Pilot Hill and Rack Marsh.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Questions from Enborne
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Newbury station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Will you come out to Enborne?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How do I book a survey in Enborne?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How the survey works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Enborne, 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.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Related advice
Useful tips for Enborne property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Check downpipe clips are holding
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file to help plan maintenance. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof by someone who can do it safely. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall and when it overflows, water can get indoors. We check them where they can be seen safely.