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Gutter survey in New Charlton, Greater London
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for New Charlton, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
About our gutter survey in New Charlton
Gutters are typically fixed to fascia boards, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We survey outlets and hoppers, fascias and soffits and parapet and box gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are valley or box gutters that overflow inside and hoppers and outlets full of debris.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. In New Charlton, as across London, that’s why a roof needs a proper look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- New Charlton (SE7, SE18, E16)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in New Charlton
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes, and if it doesn’t, raise it with whoever did the job.
Watch your gutters from ground level or a window during heavy rain. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic rainwater systems are common on homes of many ages. As the seals age, joints can start to drip, and brackets can sag under load.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter, and a blockage there can overflow inside. It is inspected as far as safe access allows.
Why act early in New Charlton
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly, rather than in a rush after a leak.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a visit in New Charlton, parking and access are the things to plan: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. We then look at everything that’s safely in view from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Gutter surveys in New Charlton: local notes
With Queen's House about 1.8 miles west, New Charlton sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Landlords with a home close to Charlton station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Homes near green spaces such as Thames Barrier Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. The streets around a church such as St Catherine Labouré are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
New Charlton is about 2 miles north-east of Greenwich, in Greater London. We survey roofs in New Charlton and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Greater London, we cover New Charlton. You can also see our page for London.
Gutter surveys in SE7, SE18 and E16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Floyd Road, Priolo Road and Hasted Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around New Charlton: Charlton (1 mile south-east), Westcombe Park (1 mile south-west), Woolwich (1 mile east), Vanbrugh Park Estate (1 mile south-west) and Maze Hill (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (6 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
Near you in New Charlton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thames Barrier Park, Thorntree Primary School and The Victoria pub and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in New Charlton itself: Charlton station. Well-known places in the area include Charlton Athletic Museum (less than half a mile south) and Greenwich Castle (1.9 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Gilbert's Pit.
Common questions in New Charlton
How do I find out if my home in New Charlton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near Charlton station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.