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Gutter Survey in Mapledurham
Gutter surveys in Mapledurham, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Joints that drip after rain
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
What happens if roof problems are left?
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can overflow into the building typically during the worst downpours. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book us in Mapledurham
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Mapledurham
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photographs show you exactly what we found. It is an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. Typical surveys look at valley or box gutters that overflow inside and hoppers and outlets full of debris, on downpipes, valley gutters and fascias and soffits.
In a village or hamlet like Mapledurham, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Mapledurham (RG8, RG4, RG31)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Mapledurham
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year, and more frequently if trees overhang the roof. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Pipes below ground level
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
What a gutter survey looks like in Mapledurham
About 0.1 miles east lies Mapledurham House, a reminder of how long the area around Mapledurham has been built on. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For landlords with property near Tilehurst station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you run a business near Broad Street Mall, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Mapledurham is about 3 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. If you are in Mapledurham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Mapledurham and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: RG8, RG4 and RG31. Whether your property is on St Mary's Avenue, Park Walk and The Short or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Purley on Thames (1 mile south-west), Trench Green (1 mile north-east), Tilehurst (2 miles south), Chazey Heath (2 miles east) and Norcot (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north-west), Great Western Park (13 miles north-west) and Watlington (11 miles north).
Local landmarks in Mapledurham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Roebuck pub, Round Copse and Denefield School and the streets around them. The closest station to Mapledurham is Tilehurst station, about 1 mile south. A little further out are Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.4 miles south-east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
Mapledurham questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Tilehurst station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mapledurham?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. 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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, we do not carry out CCTV drain surveys. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere as small as Mapledurham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
To get a price for gutter surveys in Mapledurham, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters can suffer at joints and where different metals meet. We record any corrosion or leaks we see.