West Berkshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Headley, West Berkshire
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Headley, with photographs and a written report.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaks at the gutter joints
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Headley, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our gutter survey in Headley
We carry out gutter surveys in Headley as part of our cover across London and the South East. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible from the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. A visit typically takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed soffits marked by water and overflowing eaves gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Headley may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Headley (RG19)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys around Headley
With Shaw House about 4.4 miles north-west, Headley sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take a building like Cheam School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Trees in and around New Greenham Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Headley is about 3 miles south of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We cover Headley and the rest of West Berkshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in RG19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Ashford Hill Road, Thornford Road and Harrow Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Headley, we cover Mill Green (1 mile east), Plastow Green (1 mile south-east), Heads Hill (1 mile north-west), Goose Hill (1 mile east) and Bishop's Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (4 miles north-west), Thatcham (3 miles north), Burghfield Common (9 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north-west), Hungerford (12 miles west) and Spencers Wood (12 miles east).
Around Headley
In Headley, that means homes and buildings near New Greenham Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Thatcham station, roughly 2.3 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.5 miles north-west) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (1.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Thatcham Reed Beds and Ladle Hill.
What affects the price in Headley
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Common questions in Headley
Is Headley within the area you cover?
Yes, Headley is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
I let a flat near Thatcham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so, based on what we can see.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. Hidden gutters are a common cause of leaks inside so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and we will note that in the report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
Towns and villages near Headley
What else we do in Headley
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
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.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.