Surrey · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Hersham
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Hersham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Joints that drip after rain
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
How a gutter survey works in Hersham
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way, with photographs and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Typical surveys look at cracked or loose downpipes and hoppers and outlets full of debris, on downpipes, parapet and box gutters and valley gutters.
In a smaller place like Hersham, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes frequently need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Hersham (KT12)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Have overhanging branches cut back
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes. If it does not, tell whoever did the work.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clean gutters can do their job.
What a gutter survey looks like in Hersham
The wider area around Hersham has a long history of building, with The Homewood about 1.4 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you own a rental within reach of Walton-On-Thames station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Trees in and around West End Common shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Hersham is about 1 mile south of Walton-on-Thames, in Surrey. Hersham is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. Guildford is in our area too.
Surveys in KT12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Police Station Road, Queensway South and Queensway and the roads around them. With the A244 close by, Hersham is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Burwood Park (1 mile south-west), Walton-on-Thames (1 mile north), Whiteley Village (2 miles south-west), St George's Hill (2 miles west) and Weybridge (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles south-west), Woking (8 miles south-west), Camberley (14 miles west), Epsom (6 miles east), Redhill (14 miles south-east) and Ewell (6 miles east).
What’s near Hersham
In Hersham, that means homes and buildings near The Barley Mow Public House, West End Common and Three Rivers Academy and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Walton-On-Thames station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (1.6 miles north-west) and Chessington Castle Hill (4.8 miles east). The countryside around Hersham includes Claremont Lake and Jubilee Wood.
Towns and villages near Hersham
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
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 with budgets and planning.
How the survey changes by roof type
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Joints that have pulled apart are a common fault on plastic gutters. The report notes every one we spot.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Hersham, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Common questions in Hersham
Is Hersham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Walton-On-Thames station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How long does a gutter survey take?
A visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We’ll give you an idea when you book.
Do you survey underground drains?
No, we do not carry out CCTV drain surveys. The survey covers gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, as far as they can be seen safely. We look from vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe and a drone where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Hersham
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
Common reasons to book include:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What happens after the report arrives