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Gutter Survey in Holmwood Corner
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Holmwood Corner, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Gutter survey in Holmwood Corner: what you get
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. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photos show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. We survey fascias and soffits, downpipes and valley gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are rotten fascias or stained soffits and downpipes that are split or coming away.
Somewhere as small as Holmwood Corner, homes are frequently 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 whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Holmwood Corner (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Holmwood Corner
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. The survey helps pin down the source before it causes more harm.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
For landlords with property near Holmwood station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What experience they bring
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Holmwood Corner can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets in another room
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records to help plan maintenance. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Deal with drips, sags and loose downpipes early. They tend to get worse and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Holmwood Corner
Do you cover smaller places like Holmwood Corner?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Holmwood Corner is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
How do I book a survey in Holmwood Corner?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Holmwood Corner
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Holmwood Corner and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Holmwood Corner
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Weald CofE Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary Magdalene are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Holmwood Corner is about 3 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Holmwood Corner, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Surrey coverage includes Holmwood Corner. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: RH5. We also cover the places around Holmwood Corner: South Holmwood (1 mile north-west), Beare Green (1 mile south), Coldharbour (2 miles west), Capel (3 miles south) and Friday Street (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (12 miles west), Woking (14 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (7 miles north-east) and Ewell (12 miles north).
Near you in Holmwood Corner
We work in homes and buildings around Inholms Clay Pit. Holmwood Corner has its own railway station: Holmwood station. Nearby you’ll also find Mesolithic Museum (3.8 miles west) and Betchworth Castle (3.6 miles north). The countryside around Holmwood Corner includes Leith Hill and Vann Lake.
Places near Holmwood Corner
What else we do in Holmwood Corner
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.