Surrey · London and the South East
Irons Bottom Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Irons Bottom, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
About our gutter survey in Irons Bottom
Owners get in touch after seeing an overflow, finding damp or planning ahead for winter. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. We survey fascias and soffits, eaves gutters and outlets and hoppers, and people most often book us about fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and water backing up from a hidden gutter.
In a small place like Irons Bottom, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Irons Bottom (RH2)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Irons Bottom
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Irons Bottom homes and their roofs
Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take a building like Burys Court School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For businesses in and around places such as The Belfry, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Irons Bottom is about 2 miles south of Reigate, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Irons Bottom as part of our work across London and South East England. Irons Bottom is one of the places in Surrey where we work. Crawley is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH2 postcode area for gutter surveys. We also cover the places around Irons Bottom: Sidlow (1 mile north-east), South Park (2 miles north), Leigh (2 miles west), Dawesgreen (2 miles west) and Reigate (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Epsom (9 miles north), Horley (3 miles south-east), Redhill (3 miles north-east), Ewell (11 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west) and Caterham (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Irons Bottom
We work in homes and buildings around Earlswood Common and Reigate School. For rail, the closest station is Salfords station, roughly 2.1 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Reigate Castle (2.5 miles north) and Reigate Priory Museum (2.2 miles north). Not far away are Mercers Lake and Colley Hill.
Questions from Irons Bottom
How do I find out if my home in Irons Bottom is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I let a flat near Salfords station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We cannot see inside walls, so the report covers what can be seen.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Irons Bottom, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the gutter, useful for planning maintenance.
Common roof problems in Irons Bottom
Plenty of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that holds water in the gutter and gives plants somewhere to grow.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Joints that drip after rain
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
If you let a flat or house near Salfords station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What happens after the report arrives
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will the report include photos?
Towns and villages near Irons Bottom
What else we do in Irons Bottom
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. Left alone, they normally grow, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. They last well when painted, but rust where the paint fails.
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. We check what’s visible and note what is not.