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Gutter survey in North Looe, Surrey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for North Looe, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
Gutter survey in North Looe
A gutter needs a steady fall towards its outlet or water sits in them. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over where the gutter dips. We check the line of each run as far as we can see it, along with the brackets and downpipe fixings. You get written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Common reasons to book are gutters that have fallen out of line and soffits marked by water, across downpipes, valley gutters and outlets and hoppers.
Somewhere as small as North Looe, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- North Looe (KT17)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in North Looe
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the exact price before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Your questions about gutter surveys in North Looe
I let a flat near Epsom Downs station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in North Looe?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to arrange a day.
How long does a gutter survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
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Why get it checked now?
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away, but it does not tell you why a gutter overflows. Our survey also looks at falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. Around North Looe, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% of clients satisfied
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Gutter surveys in North Looe: local notes
About 1.3 miles north-west lies Fitznells Manor, a reminder of how long the area around North Looe has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, 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. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For an older house near a landmark like St John's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Epsom Downs station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
North Looe is about 1 mile east of Epsom, in Surrey. In North Looe, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. There’s also a page for London.
We survey roofs across the KT17 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Priest Hill Close and Reigate Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Epsom Downs (1 mile south), Nork (1 mile south-east), Epsom (1 mile west), Ewell (1 mile north-west) and Cheam (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (15 miles west), Horley (11 miles south), Redhill (7 miles south-east), Egham (15 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near North Looe
Around North Looe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Old Kings Head Public House, Priest Hill and Glyn School. The nearest railway station is Epsom Downs station, roughly 0.7 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Chessington Castle Hill (2.8 miles north-west) and Cockney Museum (2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Cuddington Meadows.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the gutter as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like North Looe needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
Questions about the report are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more frequently near trees. The best time is normally after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron gutters and downpipes are found on many older buildings. Kept painted, they can last a long time, but rust where the paint fails.
Signs you need a gutter survey in North Looe
Lots of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that holds water in the gutter and gives plants somewhere to grow.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Living close to Priest Hill is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection