Essex · London and the South East
Marks Gate Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Marks Gate and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Marks Gate
With Hare Hall about 2.8 miles east, Marks Gate sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Chadwell Heath station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you look after a building such as Crownfield Infant School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Marks Gate is about 2 miles north-west of Romford, in Essex. Bookings from Marks Gate are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Essex, we cover Marks Gate and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RM7, RM5 and RM6 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Walton Road, Hamlet Road and Hog Hill Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Marks Gate sits on or near the A1112, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Chadwell Heath (1 mile south), Little Heath (1 mile south-west), Collier Row (1 mile east), Rise Park (2 miles east) and Romford (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basildon (14 miles east), Harlow (12 miles north), Brentwood (7 miles east), Billericay (12 miles east), Loughton (5 miles north-west) and Waltham Abbey (9 miles north-west).
Around Marks Gate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Warren School, Fairlop Waters and Colley Rowe Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Marks Gate is Chadwell Heath station, roughly 1.9 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Redbridge Museum (3.8 miles south-west) and Romford Shopping Hall (1.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Marks Gate include Hainault Lodge.
About our gutter survey in Marks Gate
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork often trace back to the gutters. Our gutter survey helps show whether the rainwater system is the cause, as far as can safely be seen. If the evidence points elsewhere, like a flashing or the roof covering, we will say so. The next step is suggested too. We’re often asked to look into blocked outlets and hoppers and water backing up from a hidden gutter, on fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and eaves gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Marks Gate may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Marks Gate (RM7, RM5, RM6)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Marks Gate
Other services in Marks Gate
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
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 does not, tell whoever did the work.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more frequently if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the gutter as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a small place like Marks Gate, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter and if it blocks, water can come indoors. It is inspected as far as safe access allows.
Cast iron gutters
Cracks often open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we look closely at the walls around them.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Marks Gate
Many gutter joints depend on rubber seals or sealant that age. Plastic gutters move with heat and cold so their joints can start to leak. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up where the paint has failed.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Living close to Fairlop Waters is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book anyone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
- Are they insured for the work?
Landlords, agents and block managers in Marks Gate
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Marks Gate questions
Do you cover smaller places like Marks Gate?
Yes, Marks Gate is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Marks Gate is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.