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Gutter Survey in Longford
Gutter surveys in Longford and the rest of Slough. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Longford
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, including gutters, valleys, outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a report with photographs. We survey parapet and box gutters, downpipes and valley gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are brackets that have dropped or snapped and gutters full of debris and silt.
In a small place like Longford, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Longford (SL3, UB7, TW6)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
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How we price gutter surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we’re asked to look at in Longford
Lots of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. Mixed with grit from the roof, it settles as silt that slows the flow and gives plants somewhere to grow.
Problems we come across often include:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Pippins School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book anyone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Common questions in Longford
Can a landlord with a rental near Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Longford listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
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 whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photos, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
What we look for on each type of roof
Fascias and soffits
Some older soffits may contain asbestos. Any we think could be are flagged so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
Cast iron gutters
Lots of period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. They last well when painted but corrode once the paint wears off.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Longford, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Gutter surveys around Longford
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Longford has a long history of building, with Frogmore House about 4.3 miles west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Trees in and around Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. For landlords with property near Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Longford is about 2 miles south-west of West Drayton, in Slough. We provide gutter surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Longford. Across Slough, we cover Longford. Guildford is in our area too.
Every address in SL3, UB7 and TW6 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Wallis Road, Widgeon Road and Stanwell Moor Road, all of which we cover. Longford sits on or near the A3044, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Longford include Harmondsworth (1 mile north-east), Stanwell (2 miles south-east), Heathrow (2 miles east), Sipson (2 miles north-east) and West Bedfont (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Slough (6 miles north-west), Cippenham (7 miles north-west), Chalvey (5 miles west), Britwell (7 miles north-west), Langley (3 miles north-west) and Upton (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Longford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Kings Arms and Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve, among other places. The closest station to Longford is Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station, about 0.5 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Windsor Castle (4.8 miles west) and Harlington (2.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Crane Meadows and Staines Reservoirs.