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Ramsnest Common Gutter Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Ramsnest Common. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Overflowing eaves gutters
How a gutter survey works in Ramsnest Common
Your gutters take the rain from the roof and lead it away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t, frequently down the brickwork or into the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. Typical surveys look at gutters overflowing in heavy rain and valley or box gutters that overflow inside, across fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and eaves gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Ramsnest Common may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Ramsnest Common (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
Ramsnest Common homes and their roofs
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you let a flat or house near Witley station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. For any home in Ramsnest Common, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Ramsnest Common is about 11 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. In Ramsnest Common, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Gutter surveys in GU8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Killinghurst Lane, Petworth Road and Cripplecrutch Hill. Other places close to Ramsnest Common include Shillinglee (1 mile south-east), Ansteadbrook (1 mile south-west), Northchapel (2 miles south), Ebernoe (4 miles south-east) and Lurgashall (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (11 miles north), Farnham (11 miles north-west), Haslemere (3 miles west), Cranleigh (8 miles north-east), Ash (11 miles north) and Godalming (7 miles north).
Around Ramsnest Common
The closest station to Ramsnest Common is Witley station, about 3 miles north. A little further out are Haslemere and District Hospital (2.7 miles west). The countryside around Ramsnest Common includes Blackdown and Shillinglee Lake.
What affects the price in Ramsnest Common
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
To get a price for gutter surveys in Ramsnest Common, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
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.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back by someone who can do it safely. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Ramsnest Common, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Ramsnest Common
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
FAQs for Ramsnest Common
How do I find out if my home in Ramsnest Common is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Ramsnest Common?
Yes. Ramsnest Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How long does a gutter survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How soon will 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 you book.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.