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Gutter survey in Sedrup, Buckinghamshire
Gutter surveys in Sedrup from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
How a gutter survey works in Sedrup
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance and buyers sometimes want the gutters looked at before they exchange. Whoever books, we inspect and report in the same way with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Typical surveys look at blocked outlets and hoppers and gutters packed with leaves or moss, across valley gutters, downpipes and fascias and soffits.
In a small place like Sedrup, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Sedrup (HP17)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Sedrup often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
How we price gutter surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sedrup
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Also near Sedrup
Also in Sedrup
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
Gutter surveys around Sedrup
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Stone Church of England Combined School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For landlords with property near Aylesbury station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Sedrup is about 2 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Sedrup is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Sedrup is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover for gutter surveys. There’s also a page for Oxford.
Every address in HP17 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Bishopstone (1 mile south), Walton Court (1 mile east), Upton (2 miles west), Ford (2 miles south-west) and Dinton (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (12 miles south), Chesham (11 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north-west), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Beaconsfield (15 miles south-east) and Elmhurst (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Sedrup
Around Sedrup, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Harrow pub, The Mandeville School and Pebble Brook School, among other places. Sedrup’s nearest station is Aylesbury station, roughly 1.7 miles north-east. A little further out are Dinton Castle (2.1 miles west) and Friars Square (1.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Sedrup include Beacon Hill and Snakemoor.
Sedrup: your questions answered
I let a flat near Aylesbury station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
How do I find out if my home in Sedrup is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Overflowing gutters frequently lead to damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so, based on what we can see.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Why act early in Sedrup
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Each heavy rain puts more water where it shouldn’t be on the walls, the fascias and sometimes the rooms inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. In a small place like Sedrup, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent view of the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.