Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Lyneham, Oxfordshire
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Lyneham, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
How the survey changes by roof type
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead linings are common in valleys and parapet gutters on older houses. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
How a gutter survey works in Lyneham
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Lyneham and right across London and the South East. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, from the ground, from windows and from the roof space. A visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows, with photographs and recommendations. If you are worried about gutters packed with leaves or moss and hoppers and outlets full of debris, we can find out what’s behind it, on parapet and box gutters, outlets and hoppers and valley gutters alike.
Somewhere as small as Lyneham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Lyneham (OX7)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Lyneham
What else we do in Lyneham
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It typically takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a small place like Lyneham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- 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.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Lyneham: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Lyneham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lyneham?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What does the report include?
A written report with photographs, explaining the condition of the gutter, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more frequently near trees
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lyneham
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Lyneham
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. For an older or listed building in a place like Lyneham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 98% customer satisfaction
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
Lyneham homes and their roofs
West Oxfordshire’s older buildings often carry Cotswold stone slates, and a few villages in the county keep their thatch. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Around Lyneham, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. If you let a flat or house near Shipton station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Lyneham is about 8 miles north of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Bookings from Lyneham are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Oxfordshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Gutter surveys in OX7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Lyneham, we cover Shipton-under-Wychwood (2 miles south), Ascott Earl (2 miles south-east), Ascott-under-Wychwood (2 miles south-east), Ascott d'Oyley (2 miles south-east) and Chilson (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Witney (8 miles south-east), Carterton (8 miles south), Kidlington (14 miles east), Chipping Norton (5 miles north-east), Woodstock (11 miles east) and Cogges (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Lyneham
The nearest railway station is Shipton station, about 1.1 miles south of the centre.