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Gutter Survey in Lower Earley
We carry out gutter surveys in Lower Earley and the rest of Wokingham. We survey seven days a week.
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
How a gutter survey works in Lower Earley
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork can often be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can safely be seen. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so, with a suggested next step. If you’ve noticed valley or box gutters that overflow inside and water spilling over the gutter edge, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like Lower Earley can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Lower Earley (RG6, RG41)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
For a price for your roof in Lower Earley, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Parking around Lower Earley is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets in another room
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded as far as we can see them.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Clearing gutters removes the debris but it won’t explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. In an older home around Lower Earley, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lower Earley
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the gutter.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Gutter surveys in Lower Earley: local notes
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Trees in and around Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Radstock Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Oracle, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Lower Earley is about 3 miles south-east of Reading, in Wokingham. Lower Earley is one of many places we visit across Wokingham, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Wokingham, large and small.
Gutter surveys in RG6 and RG41 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Beech Lane, Gipsy Lane and Durand Road. We also cover the places around Lower Earley: Earley (1 mile north-west), Arborfield (2 miles south), Whitley (2 miles west), Shinfield (2 miles south-west) and Whitley Wood (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Reading (3 miles north-west), Wokingham (3 miles east), Crowthorne (6 miles south-east), Woosehill (3 miles east), Emmbrook (3 miles east) and Coley Park (3 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Wokingham, Lower Earley has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Near you in Lower Earley
We work in homes and buildings around Crosfields School, University of Reading library and The Poachers pub, among other places. Nearby too are Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve (0.5 miles north) and Maiden Erlegh School (0.7 miles north). Lower Earley’s nearest station is Earley station, about 1 mile north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.4 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Lower Earley include South Lake and Sonning Hill.
Lower Earley questions
Is my home in Lower Earley 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 let a flat near Earley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
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 you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. Hidden gutters are a common cause of leaks inside so we pay close attention to them. Parts of them may not be visible, and the report says so.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
You receive a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. The best time is normally after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.