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Herne Hill Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys around Herne Hill, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
FAQs for Herne Hill
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Herne Hill?
It depends on the street. If Herne Hill has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
Is my home in Herne Hill listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Herne Hill for gutter surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs in Herne Hill and the rest of Greater London. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How quickly is the report sent?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Herne Hill
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If you’re worried about overflowing eaves gutters and leaves and moss blocking gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, on fascias and soffits, valley gutters and outlets and hoppers alike.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. From the street you see only a parapet wall, so blocked outlets and split linings go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling. If your home in Herne Hill has one, it needs checking from somewhere that can actually see it.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Herne Hill (SE22, SW2, SE24)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Herne Hill
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can overflow into the building typically during the worst downpours. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork, which can lead to damp inside. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent look at the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Local roofs in Herne Hill
Historic houses such as Kingswood House, about 1.7 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Herne Hill goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Landlords with a home close to North Dulwich station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Saint Faith's, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Living close to Belair Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Herne Hill is about 3 miles south of London, in Greater London. Surveys in Herne Hill work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our Greater London coverage includes Herne Hill.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: SE22, SW2 and SE24. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Jelf Road, Dewey Lane and Talma Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. You will find Herne Hill on the A204 and A2214, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Herne Hill include Dulwich Village (1 mile south-east), East Dulwich (1 mile north-east), Dulwich (1 mile south-east), Denmark Hill (1 mile north) and Camberwell (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover London (3 miles north), City of Westminster (5 miles north-west), Marylebone (5 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles north-west), St Pancras (5 miles north) and Shoreditch (5 miles north).
Around Herne Hill
Around Herne Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Charter School, Half Moon pub and Belair Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Herne Hill itself: North Dulwich station. Other landmarks nearby include Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (3.5 miles north-east) and House of Dreams Museum (0.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Herne Hill include Battersea Park Lake and Knight's Hill.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In Herne Hill, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- 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
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check we can get to the back of the property
How to book
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Useful tips for Herne Hill property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
Questions about the report are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but they’re much harder to spot, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Herne Hill and across Greater London can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How we price gutter surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.