Surrey · London and the South East
Hurtmore Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Hurtmore, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Hurtmore
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. The photographs show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. If you’ve noticed brackets that have dropped or snapped and leaking or loose downpipes, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Hurtmore are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Hurtmore (GU7)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is sent to you by email as soon as it is ready.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Towns and villages near Hurtmore
Other services in Hurtmore
How we price gutter surveys
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What a gutter survey looks like in Hurtmore
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Hurtmore has a long history of building, with Loseley Park about 1.5 miles north-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, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Charterhouse School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Godalming station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Homes near green spaces such as Middlebriars Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Hurtmore is about 4 miles south-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Hurtmore is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Surrey coverage includes Hurtmore.
Surveys in GU7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets like Hurtmore Road, Hurtmore Chase and Northway, and we cover them all. Other places close to Hurtmore include Compton (1 mile north), Binscombe (1 mile east), Shackleford (1 mile west), Littleton (2 miles north-east) and Puttenham (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (4 miles north-east), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (7 miles west), Dorking (13 miles east) and Frimley (9 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Hurtmore
Typical jobs here are in homes near Middlebriars Wood, Broadwater School and Loseley Fields Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Godalming station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Charterhouse School Museum (0.6 miles south-east) and Milford Hospital (2.4 miles south). Not far away are Frith Hill and Farncombe Wood.
What we look for on each type of roof
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. We check them along with the gutters.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints where they can be seen.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hurtmore
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hurtmore and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Hurtmore, access is frequently the only tricky part. 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 start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Questions from Hurtmore
Can a landlord with a rental near Godalming station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is Hurtmore within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Gutters out of sight from every safe vantage point
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits