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Gutter survey in Erith, Greater London
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Erith, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Joints that drip after rain
Gutter survey in Erith: what you get
Gutters are normally fixed to fascia boards, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Water that overflows for long enough can rot timber fascias and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. If you’re worried about gutters that have fallen out of line and dripping or leaking gutter joints, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on valley gutters, fascias and soffits and parapet and box gutters alike.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is typically a shared part of the building. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters. A defect on a shared roof can reach more than one flat. With a written report and photographs, everyone can plan from the same facts.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Erith (DA8, DA17, DA7)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Erith
Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Erith has a long history of building, with Hall Place and Gardens about 2.3 miles south. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Trees in and around Wildspace Conservation Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Take an older house close to Christ Church: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Erith is about 3 miles north-west of Dartford, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Erith, we can survey the roof. Across Greater London, we cover Erith. London is in our area too.
Here we cover the DA8, DA17 and DA7 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Church Road, Town Square and Erith High Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Erith, we cover Northumberland Heath (1 mile south), Bexley Riverside (1 mile south), Belvedere (1 mile north-west), Lessness Heath (1 mile north-west) and Barnehurst (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (14 miles west), Marylebone (14 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (11 miles west) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-west).
What’s near Erith
We work in homes and buildings around Trinity School, The Cross Keys pub and Erith School, among other places. Erith has its own railway station: Erith station. Other landmarks nearby include Erith Museum (under half a mile east) and Erith and District Hospital (within half a mile south-west). The countryside around Erith includes Crossness Nature Reserve.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
You receive a report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clean gutters can do their job.
What affects the price in Erith
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- Roof area
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
We will typically ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Places near Erith
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How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In Erith, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is easy to put damp down to the wrong cause. If a leaking gutter or downpipe is the source, other work on the wall will not stop it. A gutter survey helps rule the rainwater system in or out. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Erith: your questions answered
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Erith?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
How do I find out if my home in Erith is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Erith?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we are asked to look at in Erith
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead is also a target for theft.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Shop and office owners around Broadway Shopping Centre may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roof by roof
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted but corrode once the paint wears off.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
On big buildings, one blocked outlet can affect a long run, so we check the outlets carefully.