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Gutter Survey in North Finchley
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in North Finchley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
Gutter survey in North Finchley: what you get
We carry out gutter surveys in North Finchley as part of our cover across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from ground level, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe. A visit typically takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. Typical surveys look at dripping or leaking gutter joints and sagging gutters and loose brackets, across eaves gutters, outlets and hoppers and parapet and box gutters.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Good slates can last over a hundred years, yet the nails often give out first and let slates slip. In North Finchley, as across London, that’s why a roof needs a close look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Where we can’t see part of the gutter, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- North Finchley (N12, N20, N11)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
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The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a visit in North Finchley, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at everything that’s safely in view from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- 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.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
Do you need a gutter survey in North Finchley?
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather so their joints can start to leak. Cast iron joints can corrode and part where the paint has failed.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
If you let a flat or house near New Southgate station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before booking anyone
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
How we price gutter surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
For a price for your roof in North Finchley, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
North Finchley homes and their roofs
Heath Hall, about 2.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around North Finchley. 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. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. If your home in North Finchley is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
The streets around a church such as St. Barnabas Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you look after a building like Sacks Morasha Jewish Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
North Finchley is about 1 mile north of Finchley, in Greater London. We cover North Finchley and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: N12, N20 and N11. That includes homes and businesses on High Road, Lodge Lane and Percy Road. North Finchley is on the A1000, which makes it simple to reach. We also cover Woodside Park (1 mile west), Oakleigh Park (1 mile north), Whetstone (1 mile north), Friern Barnet (1 mile east) and Finchley (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles south-east), City of Westminster (7 miles south), Marylebone (7 miles south), Kensington (8 miles south), St Pancras (7 miles south) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in North Finchley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Friary Park, Woodhouse College and The Bohemia pub. Nearby too are Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (0.5 miles west) and St Michael's Catholic Grammar School (within half a mile south-west). The closest station to North Finchley is New Southgate station, roughly 1.4 miles east. A little further out are Finchley Memorial Hospital (0.8 miles south) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (0.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Darland's Lake and Glebelands Local Nature Reserve.
What we look for on each type of roof
Cast iron gutters
Cracks frequently open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Your questions about gutter surveys in North Finchley
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near New Southgate station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in North Finchley?
Sometimes, yes. If North Finchley has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
How fast do I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you survey underground drains?
No, we do not carry out CCTV drain surveys. The survey covers gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
How long will you be on site?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos testing. If rainwater goods or soffits look like they could contain asbestos, we note it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
What a gutter survey does not cover
It is a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Pipes below ground level
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in North Finchley
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits