Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Temple Park
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Temple Park and the rest of Bracknell Forest. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
How we price gutter surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
If you’re 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.
Gutter survey in Temple Park
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where it shouldn’t and that usually means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. We are frequently asked to look into choked outlets or hopper heads and water backing up from a hidden gutter, across valley gutters, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits.
Around Temple Park, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Temple Park (RG42, RG12)
- Wider area
- Bracknell Forest
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Cast iron gutters
A good many period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. Kept painted, they can last a long time, but rust where the paint fails.
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Being in a smaller place like Temple Park does not change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
What a gutter survey looks like in Temple Park
Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Bracknell, which Temple Park is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. On homes of that age, felt underlay, flat roofs, gutters and fixings may all be due attention.
If you run a business near The Lexicon, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. Take a building like Meadow Vale Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live in an older home near St Andrew, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Temple Park is about 1 mile north-west of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. If you’re in Temple Park, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Temple Park is one of the places in Bracknell Forest where we work for gutter surveys. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in RG42 and RG12 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Wood Lane, Park Lane and Jock's Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Temple Park include Priestwood (1 mile south-east), Binfield (1 mile west), Farley Wood (1 mile south-west), Popeswood (1 mile south-west) and Quelm Park (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Sandhurst (5 miles south), Forest Park (3 miles south-east), The Warren (3 miles south-east), College Town (6 miles south), Little Sandhurst (5 miles south) and Birch Hill (3 miles south).
What’s near Temple Park
In Temple Park, that means homes and buildings near Stag And Hounds Public House and Garth Hill College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Bracknell station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Pinewood Hospital (2.9 miles south) and The Lexicon (1.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Heath Lake and Holt Copse & Joel Park.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Temple Park
Will you come out to Temple Park?
Yes. Temple Park is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Temple Park listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan though problems often show up after heavy rain.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long will you be on site?
It usually takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We will give you an idea when you book.
How much is a gutter survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. For a price for your building, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, let us know when you book.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Every downpour adds to the damage, on walls, timber and sometimes inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Temple Park, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Photos and a written report every time
- Prices that include VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What a gutter survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.