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Merton Park Gutter Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Merton Park. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Overflowing eaves gutters
What happens on the day
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 between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know as you book.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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Gutter survey in Merton Park
Gutters are usually fixed to fascia boards, so we look at the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and stain the soffits below. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We do not carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. We survey downpipes, eaves gutters and valley gutters, and people most often book us about overflowing valley or parapet gutters and cracked or loose downpipes.
A London butterfly roof slopes down to a central valley gutter that drains to the back of the house. Hidden behind the parapet, that gutter can block or split without anyone seeing it. For a house in Merton Park with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Merton Park (SW19, SW20, SM4)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s sent to you by email as soon as it’s ready.
Don’t forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but they’re much harder to spot, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
Towns and villages near Merton Park
What else we do in Merton Park
How we price gutter surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Do you need a gutter survey in Merton Park?
Some gutters may be too small, or have too few downpipes, for the roof they serve. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
Problems we come across often include:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
If you live near a park like Morden Hall Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- What the survey will not cover
- Will the report include photos?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Merton Park
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 1.4 miles west lies Southside House, a reminder of how long the area around Merton Park 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.
Shop and office owners around Southside Wandsworth may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Merton Park is about 1 mile south-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Merton Park is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Merton Park is one of the places in Greater London we cover. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in SW19, SW20 and SM4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Mina Road, Manor Road and Cecil Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Wimbledon Chase (1 mile west), Bushey Mead (1 mile west), Cannon Hill (1 mile south-west), Wimbledon (1 mile north-west) and Crooked Billet (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (8 miles north), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
Around Merton Park
In Merton Park, that means homes and buildings near Wibbas Down Inn, Morden Hall Park and Wimbledon School of Art and the streets around them. The closest station to Merton Park is South Merton station, about 0.5 miles south. Nearby you will also find St George's Hospital (1.6 miles north-east) and Southside Wandsworth (3.1 miles north). Open spaces near Merton Park include Merton Park Green Walks and Henman Hill.
Merton Park: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near South Merton station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Merton Park listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, where it’s safe to see them. We use the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it is safe and a drone where it applies.