Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Harmer Green
Find out what’s going on with the gutter before you decide what to do next. We carry out gutter surveys in Harmer Green, with photos and a clear written report.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Harmer Green
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Buildings near trees collect more, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. We are often asked to look into leaves and moss blocking gutters and water spilling over the gutter edge, across parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and outlets and hoppers.
Somewhere as small as Harmer Green, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Harmer Green (AL6)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
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. For older village homes like those around Harmer Green, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- An independent view of the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so you can arrange a drain survey. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order where it’s safe to see them. Missing lead is something we check for too.
Prices for gutter surveys in Harmer Green
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere like Harmer Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
Harmer Green homes and their roofs
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Digswell House, about 1.5 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Harmer Green. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Trees in and around Danesbury Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For landlords with property near Welwyn North station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Howard Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Harmer Green is about 2 miles north of Welwyn Garden City, in Hertfordshire. We cover Harmer Green and the rest of Hertfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in London.
We work across AL6 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Burnham Green (1 mile east), Tewin Wood (1 mile east), Oaklands (1 mile north-west), Bull's Green (1 mile north-east) and Digswell (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Watford (15 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (13 miles south-west), Stevenage (5 miles north), St Albans (8 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (15 miles east) and Harpenden (7 miles west).
What’s near Harmer Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Danesbury Park, Monk's Walk School and The White Horse Public House, among other places. Harmer Green’s nearest station is Welwyn North station, about 0.8 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Hertford Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Queen Elizabeth II Hospital (3.4 miles south). Not far away are Tewin Orchard and Hopkyns Wood.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Harmer Green
Do you cover smaller places like Harmer Green?
Yes, Harmer Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Welwyn North station?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.