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Gutter survey in Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey
Gutter surveys in Sunbury-on-Thames and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
Gutter surveys in Sunbury-on-Thames: local notes
Hampton Court Palace, about 3.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sunbury-on-Thames. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you live near a park such as Sunbury Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you let a flat or house near Sunbury station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Sunbury-on-Thames is about 7 miles south of Hayes, in Surrey. Whether the building in Sunbury-on-Thames is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Every address in TW16 is covered for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Station Road, The Ridings and Ravenscourt or anywhere close by, we can help. You will find Sunbury-on-Thames on the A244 and A308, which makes it simple to reach. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Upper Halliford (1 mile south-west), Charlton (1 mile west), Ashford Common (1 mile north-west), Hounslow (1 mile north) and Littleton Common (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles south-west), Woking (10 miles south-west), Camberley (15 miles south-west), Epsom (8 miles south-east), Ewell (8 miles south-east) and Egham (6 miles west).
Landmarks near Sunbury-on-Thames
Around Sunbury-on-Thames, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sunbury Manor School, The Three Fishes Public House and Sunbury Park and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Sunbury-on-Thames itself: Sunbury station. A little further out are Kempton Steam Museum (1 mile north-east) and No. 2 New Zealand General Hospital (2 miles south). The countryside around Sunbury-on-Thames includes St Ann's Hill and Kempton Park Reservoirs.
Gutter survey in Sunbury-on-Thames
We carry out gutter surveys in Sunbury-on-Thames as part of our cover across London and the South East. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view from the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it is safe. Time on site typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. Typical surveys look at downpipes that are split or coming away and gutters packed with leaves or moss, on downpipes, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters.
Around Sunbury-on-Thames, semis and terraces share chimneys, gutters and roof lines with the house next door. When a stack or gutter is shared, the problem may not be on your side alone. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can safely be seen. Let us know when booking if you know of anything shared with next door.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Sunbury-on-Thames (TW16)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Sunbury-on-Thames
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sunbury-on-Thames and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Why get it checked now?
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. In a family home in Sunbury-on-Thames, a small roof fault lets water into places you can’t see, soaking loft insulation, wall tops and timbers. By the time it shows inside, the job has grown.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Sunbury-on-Thames
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Sunbury-on-Thames questions
Is Sunbury-on-Thames in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Sunbury-on-Thames is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Sunbury station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Sunbury-on-Thames?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
What a gutter survey does not cover
A survey is a close look at the gutter, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
What we are asked to look at in Sunbury-on-Thames
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before more damage is done.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
Take a building like St Ignatius RC Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. A visit in Sunbury-on-Thames runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. If you won’t be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Which survey package you book
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
For a price for your roof in Sunbury-on-Thames, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.