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Gutter Survey in Mottingham
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes around Mottingham, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
How a gutter survey works in Mottingham
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Mottingham and right across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe. A visit normally takes about one to two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. If you are worried about joints that drip after rain and overflowing valley or parapet gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is normally a shared part of the building. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters, in Mottingham as anywhere. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photographs.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Mottingham (SE9, SE12, BR1)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a careful look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Mottingham
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
When to book a survey in Mottingham
A good many tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. Mixed with grit from the roof, it settles as silt that holds water in the gutter and lets weeds take root.
Problems we come across often include:
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Marvels Lane Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before you book anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Mottingham homes and their roofs
With Eltham Palace about 1.1 miles north-east, Mottingham sits in an area with a long building history. 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 a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you live near a park such as Chinbrook Meadows, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For landlords with property near Grove Park station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Mottingham is about 1 mile south-west of Eltham, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Mottingham, the roof can be surveyed. Across Greater London, we cover Mottingham. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of SE9, SE12 and BR1 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Horley Road, Dorset Road and Albert Road and the roads around them. We also cover Chinbrook (1 mile south-west), Grove Park (1 mile west), Coldharbour (1 mile east), Middle Park (1 mile north) and Horn Park (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (7 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Mottingham
We work in homes and buildings around Colfe's School, Chinbrook Meadows and Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Grove Park station, about 0.7 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Greenwich Castle (3.5 miles north-west) and Prefab Museum (1.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and The Tarn.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a London area like Mottingham, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. On the day, the roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
To get a price for gutter surveys in Mottingham, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photos.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
How the survey changes by roof type
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Aluminium and other metal gutters are used on many newer and commercial buildings. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
FAQs for Mottingham
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Mottingham?
It depends on the street. If Mottingham has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
Can a landlord with a rental near Grove Park station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.