Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Lee Gate
Gutter surveys in Lee Gate from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Lee Gate
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Lee Gate and right across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe. Time on site normally takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. If you’re worried about leaks at the gutter joints and overflowing eaves gutters, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Lee Gate 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 often matched when work is done.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Lee Gate (HP16)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Lee Gate
Many gutter joints depend on rubber seals or sealant that age. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather so their joints can start to leak. Cast iron joints can corrode and part where the paint has failed.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Lee Common Church of England School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Questions from Lee Gate
Is Lee Gate within the area you cover?
Yes. Lee Gate is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Wendover station?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when booking.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. We’ll give you an idea when booking.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and the report says so.
What a gutter survey looks like in Lee Gate
The wider area around Lee Gate has a long history of building, with Cholesbury Manor House about 2.2 miles north-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Landlords with a home close to Wendover station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. The streets around a church like Old Church of St John the Baptist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Lee Gate is about 4 miles north-west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. We survey roofs in Lee Gate and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Buckinghamshire coverage includes Lee Gate. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Every address in HP16 is covered for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Furze Field Lane and Chesham Lane. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Kingsash (1 mile west), Hunt's Green (1 mile south), Wendover Dean (1 mile west), Wendover (2 miles north-west) and Great Missenden (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (7 miles north-west), High Wycombe (8 miles south), Chesham (4 miles south-east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (6 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (9 miles south).
Landmarks near Lee Gate
Typical jobs here are in homes near John Colet School and The Gate Public House. The nearest railway station is Wendover station, about 2.4 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Trenchard Museum (2.6 miles north) and Hawridge Court (3.2 miles east). Open spaces near Lee Gate include Dancersend Nature Reserve and Haddington Hill.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
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.
Watch your gutters from ground level or a window during heavy rain. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Cottages and farmhouses around Lee Gate frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from the ground and vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.