Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in New Marston
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in New Marston. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Joints that drip after rain
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in New Marston
The wider area around New Marston has a long history of building, with Holywell Manor about 0.7 miles south-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Clarendon Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Take a building like St Michael's CofE Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
New Marston is about 1 mile north of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Surveys in New Marston work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Across Oxfordshire, we cover New Marston.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: OX3, OX1 and OX4. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Ferry Road, Croft Road and Copse Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Headington Hill (1 mile south-east), Northway (1 mile north-east), Oxford (1 mile south), St Clement's (1 mile south) and Norham Manor (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (11 miles west), Carterton (15 miles west) and Thame (11 miles east).
Near you in New Marston
We work in homes and buildings around English Faculty Library, Cheney School and Headington Hill Park. Nearby too are Rye St Antony School (0.5 miles south-east) and White Horse pub (0.8 miles south-east). The nearest railway station is Oxford station, about 1.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Clarendon Shopping Centre (1.2 miles south-west) and Churchill Hospital (0.7 miles east). The countryside around New Marston includes Headington Hill and CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
How a gutter survey works in New Marston
This survey covers rainwater above ground: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It isn’t a CCTV drain survey, so we can’t see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, we will say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you’ve noticed hoppers and outlets full of debris and soffits marked by water, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around New Marston, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- New Marston (OX3, OX1, OX4)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. A visit to New Marston is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
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What else we do in New Marston
Roof by roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
On plastic systems, slipped joints are one of the most common faults. The report notes every one we spot.
Cast iron gutters
Cracks often open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we look closely at the walls around them.
Common roof problems in New Marston
Gutter brackets work loose or corrode with age. A gutter full of wet debris is heavy and the extra load drags the gutter down. Lose the fall and water gathers in the dip, then overflows.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
Trees in and around Headington Hill Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more often near trees. The best time is usually after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. With lower homes, common in places like New Marston, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
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 want to find out.
Why book us in New Marston
- Surveys seven days a week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
New Marston: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like New Marston?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Oxford station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
How much time does the visit need?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.