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Gutter survey in Hurlingham, Greater London
Independent gutter surveys in Hurlingham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Hurlingham
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. We are often asked to look into sagging gutters and loose brackets and rotten fascias or stained soffits, across parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, so roofs are often shared between several households. Landlords, managing agents and residents’ companies need to know what condition it is in and what work is coming up. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. With a written report and photos, everyone can plan from the same facts.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Hurlingham (SW6, SW18, SW15)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic rainwater systems are common on homes of many ages. As the seals age, joints can start to drip, and brackets can sag under load.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters are common on commercial buildings and some homes. Joints, outlets and fixings are the parts we focus on.
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Common questions in Hurlingham
How do I find out if my home in Hurlingham is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Imperial Wharf station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
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’ll note that in the report.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
There’s no wrong time. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later as overflowing water can damage walls.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
How long does a gutter survey take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
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What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we are asked to look at in Hurlingham
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 more damage is done.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
If you run a business near Putney Exchange, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
What to check before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. For a visit in Hurlingham, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. We then look at what can be seen safely from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Hurlingham
The wider area around Hurlingham has a long history of building, with Fulham Palace about 0.7 miles west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you look after a building such as Sulivan Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you live near a park such as Parsons Green (park), or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Hurlingham is about 2 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. Roofs in Hurlingham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. Hurlingham is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for gutter surveys.
We survey roofs across SW6, SW18 and SW15 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Buer Road, Ewald Road and Dolby Road and the roads around them. You will find Hurlingham on the A304, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Parsons Green (1 mile north), Walham Green (1 mile north-east), Chelsea Harbour (1 mile east), Sands End (1 mile east) and West Brompton (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles north-east), City of Westminster (4 miles north-east), Marylebone (4 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-east).
What’s near Hurlingham
We work in homes and buildings around Duke of Cumberland pub, Queensmill School and Lady Margaret School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Imperial Wharf station, about 0.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Putney Exchange (0.9 miles south-west) and Chelsea Stadium Tour And Museum (0.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Battersea Park Lake and WWT London Wetland Centre.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so you can arrange a drain survey. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof by someone who can do it safely. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.