Essex · London and the South East
Roxwell Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in Roxwell and the rest of Essex. We survey seven days a week.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Roxwell often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Gutter survey in Roxwell: what you get
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. If you are worried about joints that drip after rain and cracked or loose downpipes, we can find out what’s behind it, on parapet and box gutters, outlets and hoppers and eaves gutters alike.
Some older homes in villages like Roxwell are 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Roxwell (CM1)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
Questions from Roxwell
Will you come out to Roxwell?
Yes, Roxwell is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Roxwell listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground down to where the downpipes reach the ground. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Roxwell homes and their roofs
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 3.5 miles south-east lies Hylands, a reminder of how long the area around Roxwell has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Chelmsford station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Roxwell is about 4 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. Roxwell is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Roxwell is one of the places in Essex we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: CM1. Whether your property is on The Street, Church Green and St Michael's Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Roxwell, we cover Boyton Cross (1 mile north-east), Newney Green (1 mile south), Chalk End (2 miles north-west), Shellow Bowells (2 miles west) and Radley Green (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles east), Basildon (13 miles south), Braintree (12 miles north-east), Harlow (12 miles west), Brentwood (9 miles south) and Maldon (13 miles east).
Near you in Roxwell
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Chequers Inn. For rail, the closest station is Chelmsford station, about 3.8 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Willingale Doe (2.8 miles west) and Peter Edwards Museum And Library (3.9 miles east). For a walk, there’s Newland Grove.
Why get it checked now?
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away but it will not explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. Outbuildings and barns around Roxwell are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- A report with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Roof by roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters can suffer at joints and where different metals meet. Any leaks or corrosion we spot go in the report.
When to book a survey in Roxwell
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter, and a heavy downpour shows up the problem.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Joints that drip after rain
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Michael and All Angels, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before booking anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their report turnaround times
- Will the report include photos?
- Is VAT included in the price?
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What affects the price in Roxwell
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.