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Gutter survey in Newtown, Wokingham
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes around Newtown, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Gutter survey in Newtown
We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It is not a CCTV drain survey, so we cannot see inside underground pipes. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, we’ll say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Anything we find above ground, like a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. Common reasons to book are sagging gutters and loose brackets and water backing up from a hidden gutter, on outlets and hoppers, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters.
Houses in smaller places like Newtown can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Place
- Newtown (RG1, RG6, RG4)
- Wider area
- Wokingham
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Newtown
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 linings can also be stolen.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
If you run a business near The Oracle, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
Rust at joints and brackets is the usual weak point on cast iron. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded as far as we can see them.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Older plastic gutters can turn brittle and crack. We check the joints, brackets and falls.
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, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Newtown is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- The roof space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Why get it checked now?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. On a bungalow or cottage around Newtown, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Newtown questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Reading station?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Newtown listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we’ll tell you.
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 frequently show up after heavy rain.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange a day.
What a gutter survey does not cover
A survey is a close look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- The inside of buried drains
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
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 does not, raise it with whoever did the job.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
Gutter surveys in Newtown: local notes
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Historic houses such as Mapledurham House, about 4.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Newtown goes. 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like New Town Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live near a park like Eldon Square, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Newtown is about 1 mile east of Reading, in Wokingham. Anywhere in Newtown, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Wokingham.
We work across the RG1, RG6 and RG4 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Orts Road, Eldon Road and Amity Road. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Lower Caversham (1 mile north-west), Reading (1 mile west), Earley (2 miles south-east), Caversham (2 miles north-west) and Play Hatch (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Wokingham (5 miles south-east), Crowthorne (9 miles south-east), Winnersh (3 miles south-east), Woosehill (5 miles south-east), Emmbrook (5 miles south-east) and Twyford (4 miles north-east). Newtown is one of the larger places we cover in Wokingham.
Around Newtown
In Newtown, that means homes and buildings near University of Reading library, Eldon Square and The Fisherman's Cottage pub. Other local landmarks include Bulmershe College (within half a mile west) and Maiden Erlegh School (0.6 miles south-east). The nearest railway station is Reading station, about 1.1 miles west. Well-known places in the area include The Oracle (1.1 miles west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (0.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Sonning Hill and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.