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Gutter survey in South Hampstead, Greater London
Gutter surveys in South Hampstead from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Soffits marked by water
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Gutter survey in South Hampstead: what you get
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet to drain properly. 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. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. Typical surveys look at fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and leaks at the gutter joints, across parapet and box gutters, valley gutters and eaves gutters.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, often with slate roofs, chimney stacks shared with neighbours and gutters hidden behind parapets. Good slates can last over a hundred years, yet the nails frequently give out first and let slates slip. In South Hampstead, as across London, that is why a roof needs a careful look rather than a glance from the street. Lead flashings and shared chimney stacks on these houses need a careful look too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- South Hampstead (NW3, NW8, NW6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in South Hampstead
Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around South Hampstead has a long history of building, with Winfield House about 0.9 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near South Hampstead station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you live near a park such as Primrose Hill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. The streets around a church like Church of All Souls are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
South Hampstead is about 1 mile south of Hampstead, in Greater London. We visit South Hampstead as part of our work across Greater London, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. South Hampstead is one of the places in Greater London where we work.
Every address in NW3, NW8 and NW6 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Avenue Road, Acacia Road and Harben Road. Other places close to South Hampstead include Swiss Cottage (1 mile north), St John's Wood (1 mile south), Haverstock (1 mile east), Belsize Park (1 mile east) and Primrose Hill (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like London (4 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south-east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east) and Hoxton (4 miles east).
Landmarks near South Hampstead
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cafe Med pub, St. Mary's Town and Country School and Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, among other places. Nearby too are Cecil Sharp House (1.1 miles east) and Primrose Hill (0.6 miles east). South Hampstead has its own railway station: South Hampstead station. Nearby you will also find Isokon Gallery (0.8 miles north-east) and O2 Centre (0.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Adelaide Nature Reserve and The Long Water.
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. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Surveys in South Hampstead can be booked for any day of the week. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- We look in the loft space, where there is safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Cast iron gutters
A cracked cast iron downpipe can leak down the wall unseen, so we look closely at the walls around them.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead linings are common in valleys and parapet gutters on older houses. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- The inside of buried drains
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
What affects the price in South Hampstead
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
South Hampstead: your questions answered
Is my home in South Hampstead listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near South Hampstead station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Useful tips for South Hampstead property owners
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records to help plan maintenance. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in South Hampstead
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Landlords, agents and building managers in South Hampstead and across Greater London can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.