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Little Hungerford Gutter Survey
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Little Hungerford? We carry out gutter surveys in Little Hungerford and across West Berkshire.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Gutter survey in Little Hungerford
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot, but many aren’t. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can send water indoors when they overflow. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from the ground, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. If you’ve noticed hoppers and outlets full of debris and overflowing valley or parapet gutters, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Little Hungerford may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. 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.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Little Hungerford (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Aluminium and other metal gutters are used on many newer and commercial buildings. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering and is easy to overlook. We check what’s visible and note what isn’t.
Other services in Little Hungerford
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Little Hungerford
Some gutters may be too small, or have too few downpipes, for the roof they serve. Added roof area from an extension can load an older gutter, and a heavy downpour shows up the problem.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hermitage Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- What experience they bring
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
FAQs for Little Hungerford
Is Little Hungerford within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
I let a flat near Newbury Racecourse station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a day.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
Why get it checked now?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Older and listed buildings around Little Hungerford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Little Hungerford homes and their roofs
About 4.1 miles south-west lies Shaw House, a reminder of how long the area around Little Hungerford has been built on. 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. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Landlords with a home close to Newbury Racecourse station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Little Hungerford is about 4 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We survey roofs in Little Hungerford and the rest of West Berkshire. Across West Berkshire, we cover Little Hungerford and the places around it. You can also see our page for Reading.
Gutter surveys in RG18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Brick Walk, Stretcher Drive and Wythe Close. Close by, we survey roofs in Oare (1 mile north-west), Hermitage (1 mile south-west), Wellhouse (1 mile south-east), Longlane (1 mile south-west) and Curridge (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (5 miles south-west), Thatcham (4 miles south), Burghfield Common (10 miles south-east), Speenhamland (5 miles south-west), Hungerford (11 miles west) and Spencers Wood (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Little Hungerford
Around Little Hungerford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Horse pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Little Hungerford is Newbury Racecourse station, about 4.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include West Berkshire Community Hospital (4 miles south) and Hampstead Norris Castle (1.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Snelsmore Common.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Little Hungerford can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- 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
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.