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Gutter Survey in Horne
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Horne? We carry out gutter surveys in Horne and across Surrey.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Gutter survey in Horne
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 some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We are often asked to look into gutters full of debris and silt and downpipes that are split or coming away, across fascias and soffits, downpipes and parapet and box gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Horne may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Horne (RH6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Pipes below ground level
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
Useful tips for Horne property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you can’t check them from the street, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
What we look for on each type of roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and crack. We look at the joints, brackets and falls.
Fascias and soffits
Some older soffits may contain asbestos. Any we think could be are flagged so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a small place like Horne, access is normally 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 are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
When to book a survey in Horne
Some gutters may be too small, or have too few downpipes, for the roof they serve. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaking or loose downpipes
For landlords with property near Godstone station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
Surveys for landlords and agents in Horne
Landlords and agents in Horne book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the gutter.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Common questions in Horne
Is Horne within the area you cover?
Yes, Horne is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Horne is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. If rainwater goods or soffits look like they could contain asbestos, we note it and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How long will you be on site?
A visit normally takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. You will know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
How much is a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
What happens after the survey?
You will get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Local roofs in Horne
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whatever the covering, it is 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. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Horne is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Horne, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Crawley.
All of RH6 is covered for gutter surveys. Local streets include Church Road and Whitewood Lane, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Horne, we cover Whitewood (1 mile north-east), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
Landmarks near Horne
Around Horne, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Jolly Farmer pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Godstone station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include East Surrey Hospital (4.2 miles north-west) and Bletchingley Castle (3.8 miles north). The countryside around Horne includes Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.