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Mytchett Gutter Survey
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Mytchett? You can book a gutter survey in Mytchett and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Gutters full of debris and silt
How a gutter survey works in Mytchett
Gutters are normally 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. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. If you are worried about overflowing valley or parapet gutters and gutters that have fallen out of line, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like Mytchett, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Mytchett (GU16)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
When a valley or parapet gutter blocks, the water has nowhere safe to go. It can overflow into the building typically during the worst downpours. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. In an older home around Mytchett, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Mytchett
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Useful tips for Mytchett property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records and use it to plan upkeep. The photos help when you explain the work to others.
Don’t forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you can’t check them from the street, so make sure they’re included in any clearing work.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Mytchett
Historic houses such as Wanborough Manor, about 4.9 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Mytchett goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you live near a park such as Frimley Lodge Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Mytchett Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Andrew, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Mytchett is about 2 miles south of Frimley, in Surrey. We cover Mytchett and the rest of Surrey. Mytchett is one of the places in Surrey where we work. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: GU16. Whether your property is on Wynfields, Coleford Close and Burgess Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Mytchett is on the B3411, so it is easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include North Camp (1 mile south-west), Ash Vale (2 miles south), Farnborough (2 miles west), Cove (3 miles west) and Southwood (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Camberley (3 miles north), Farnham (6 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
What’s near Mytchett
Typical jobs here are in homes near Henry Tyndale School, Prince of Wales pub and Sixth Form College. Nearby too are Frimley Lodge Park (0.6 miles north) and National Aerospace Library (1.4 miles west). The closest station to Mytchett is Farnborough North station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Frimley Park Hospital (2 miles north) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (1.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Danger Hill and Aunt's Pool.
Mytchett: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Mytchett is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Farnborough North station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so, based on what we can see.
How long will you be on site?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it is best not to wait, because the walls take the water.
Nearby places to Mytchett
What else we do in Mytchett
How we price gutter surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
When you are ready to go ahead, 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, weekday or weekend.
What a gutter survey does not cover
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Mytchett
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Mytchett, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- 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.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.