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Gutter survey in Mickleham, Surrey
Gutter surveys around Mickleham, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Soffits marked by water
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
How a gutter survey works in Mickleham
We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It’s not a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, the report will say so, so you can get the drains checked separately. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you are worried about gutters overflowing in heavy rain and blocked outlets and hoppers, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Mickleham, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
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 it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Mickleham (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Check downpipe clips are holding
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records to help plan maintenance. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
Places near Mickleham
What else we do in Mickleham
Different roofs, different checks
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back, and a blockage there can overflow inside. It’s inspected as far as safe access allows.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
On big buildings, one blocked outlet can affect a long run, so we check the outlets carefully.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A blocked valley or parapet gutter doesn’t spill harmlessly. It can overflow into the building, frequently in the heaviest rain. It is worth having these gutters looked at before the wetter months. In a small place like Mickleham, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Mickleham
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What a gutter survey looks like in Mickleham
The wider area around Mickleham has a long history of building, with Polesden Lacey about 2.4 miles west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Trees in and around Norbury Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you own a rental within reach of Box Hill & Westhumble station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Mickleham is about 2 miles south of Leatherhead, in Surrey. We carry out gutter surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Mickleham and nearby. Mickleham is one of the places in Surrey where we work. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Every address in RH5 is within our area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Old London Road, School Lane and Dell Close. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Westhumble (1 mile south-west), Leatherhead (2 miles north), Pixham (2 miles south), Fetcham (2 miles north-west) and Great Bookham (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (11 miles west), Epsom (5 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (6 miles north-east).
Around Mickleham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Norbury Park, The Ashcombe School and Box Hill School. The closest station to Mickleham is Box Hill & Westhumble station, about 1.2 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Headley Court (2.4 miles north-east) and Betchworth Castle (2.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
What we can’t see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- The inside of buried drains
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Mickleham
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the gutter as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Mickleham, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Related advice
Mickleham questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Box Hill & Westhumble station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Mickleham within the area you cover?
Yes, Mickleham is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan though problems often show up after heavy rain.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Common roof problems in Mickleham
Hidden gutters are frequently lined with lead or another sheet covering. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there is no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead is also a target for theft.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters full of debris and silt
Anyone responsible for a site like St Michael's CofE Aided Infant School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Are they insured for the work?