Greater London · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Forestdale
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Forestdale from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter survey in Forestdale: what you get
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photographs show you exactly what we found. It is an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. We survey eaves gutters, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks at the gutter joints and leaking or loose downpipes.
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 Forestdale, as across London, that’s why a roof needs a careful look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Forestdale (CR0, CR2)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Forestdale homes and their roofs
About 0.9 miles north lies Addington Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Forestdale has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. If your home in Forestdale is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Courtwood 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 Sanderstead station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you live near a park such as Addington Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Forestdale is about 3 miles south-east of Croydon, in Greater London. Bookings from Forestdale are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Forestdale is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover. We also survey roofs in London.
Here we cover the CR0 and CR2 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Courtwood Lane, Goldfinch Road and Bardolph Avenue. We also cover the places around Forestdale: Selsdon (1 mile west), New Addington (1 mile east), Addington (1 mile north), Farleigh (1 mile south) and Fickleshole (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles north), City of Westminster (13 miles north-west), Marylebone (13 miles north), Kensington (13 miles north-west), St Pancras (13 miles north) and Shoreditch (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in Forestdale
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to John Ruskin College and Addington Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Sanderstead station, roughly 2.4 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Warlingham Park Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (3.5 miles west). Open spaces near Forestdale include Nore Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.
Questions from Forestdale
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Sanderstead station?
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.
Is my home in Forestdale listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Forestdale?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Is Forestdale in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Forestdale.
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Useful tips for Forestdale property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
Report times depend on the package you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We email it to you once it is done.
Watch your gutters from the ground or a window during heavy rain. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Why get it checked now?
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Any roof job in Forestdale means planning around parking, neighbours and access. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly, rather than in a rush after a leak.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Surveys in Forestdale can be booked for any day of the week. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it’s useful 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.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order where it’s safe to see them. Lead is also a target for theft.
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, often behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We check them where they can safely be seen.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Forestdale
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.