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South Moreton Gutter Survey
Find out the condition of the gutter at your property in South Moreton. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in South Moreton
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We survey eaves gutters, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are overflowing valley or parapet gutters and choked outlets or hopper heads.
Older buildings in small places like South Moreton may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- South Moreton (OX11)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Roof by roof
Cast iron gutters
Rust at joints and brackets is the usual weak point on cast iron. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints as far as we can see them.
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
What we are asked to look at in South Moreton
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before it causes more harm.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Anyone responsible for a site like South Moreton Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere like South Moreton needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
To get a price for gutter surveys in South Moreton, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
South Moreton: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Cholsey station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in South Moreton listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
We check whether rainwater from the gutters is reaching the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We cannot see inside the wall itself, so we report on what’s visible.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect what can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange it.
Gutter surveys around South Moreton
Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. With Brightwell Manor about 1.9 miles north-east, South Moreton sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Church of St John the Baptist, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Cholsey station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
South Moreton is about 3 miles south-east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. South Moreton is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. South Moreton is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford.
All of OX11 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on High Street, Crown Lane and Mill Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Aston Upthorpe (1 mile south), Cholsey (2 miles south-east), Winterbrook (3 miles east), Mongewell (3 miles east) and Moulsford (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Oxford (11 miles north), Didcot (3 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles north-west), Thame (14 miles north-east), Wantage (10 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (13 miles east).
What’s near South Moreton
In South Moreton, that means homes and buildings near St Birinus School and The Crown pub and the streets around them. The closest station to South Moreton is Cholsey station, roughly 2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Brightwell Castle (2 miles north-east) and Pendon Museum (3.5 miles north). The countryside around South Moreton includes Mowbray Fields and Wittenham Clumps.
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Moreton
Landlords, agents and building managers in South Moreton and across Oxfordshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.