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Gutter survey in Great Bookham, Surrey
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Great Bookham, with photographs and a written report.
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
About our gutter survey in Great Bookham
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. Photos show each problem clearly. It’s an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. If you’ve noticed fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and leaking or loose downpipes, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like Great Bookham, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Great Bookham (KT23, KT22)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Great Bookham
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
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Great Bookham: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Bookham station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Great Bookham is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when booking.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, as far as they can safely be seen. We use the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe, and by drone where it’s applicable.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Pipes below ground level
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
What affects the price in Great Bookham
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. A visit to Great Bookham is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so a drain survey can be arranged. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we’re there.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
Why it is worth a survey now in Great Bookham
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Every downpour adds to the damage on the walls, the fascias and sometimes the rooms inside. A survey now tells you what needs doing and how urgent it is. In a smaller place like Great Bookham, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Great Bookham
Historic houses such as Polesden Lacey, about 1.6 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Great Bookham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Dawnay School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Bookham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Trees in and around River Mole LNR shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Great Bookham is about 6 miles south-west of Epsom, in Surrey. Whether the building in Great Bookham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Every address in KT23 and KT22 is within our area for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Beeches Drive, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Great Bookham: Fetcham (1 mile north-east), Little Bookham (1 mile south-west), Leatherhead (2 miles north-east), Mickleham (2 miles east) and Westhumble (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles west), Woking (9 miles west), Epsom (6 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles south-east), Redhill (9 miles east) and Ewell (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Great Bookham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Howard of Effingham School, Manor House School and The Old Crown pub. The closest station to Great Bookham is Bookham station, roughly 0.8 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Headley Court (4.1 miles east) and Betchworth Castle (4.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Box Hill and Jubilee Wood.