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Gutter Survey in Three Mile Cross
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Three Mile Cross, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Cracked or loose downpipes
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Three Mile Cross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- 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.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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How a gutter survey works in Three Mile Cross
Some gutters are easy to see from the street, but many are not. Valley, parapet, box and secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from the ground, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. If you are worried about dripping or leaking gutter joints and soffits marked by water, we can find out what’s behind it.
Some older homes in villages like Three Mile Cross are 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Where
- Three Mile Cross (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys around Three Mile Cross
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. With Stratfield Saye House about 4 miles south, Three Mile Cross sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Reading Green Park station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as St Michael and All Angels are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Homes near green spaces like Pearman's Copse can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Three Mile Cross is about 3 miles south of Reading, in West Berkshire. We survey roofs in Three Mile Cross and the rest of West Berkshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our West Berkshire coverage includes Three Mile Cross.
Every address in RG7 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Dairy Grove, Basingstoke Road and Buttermilk Grove. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Ryeish Green (1 mile south-east), Great Lea Common (1 mile north-west), Whitley Wood (1 mile north-east), Shinfield (1 mile east) and Green Park (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (15 miles west), Thatcham (12 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles west), Speenhamland (15 miles west), Calcot (4 miles north-west) and Shaw (15 miles west).
Near you in Three Mile Cross
We work in homes and buildings around The Farriers Arms, Pearman's Copse and Ryeish Green School. Three Mile Cross’s nearest station is Reading Green Park station, about 2 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Beaumys Castle (2.1 miles south) and The Oracle (3.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Longwater and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
Towns and villages near Three Mile Cross
What else we do in Three Mile Cross
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A dripping joint or sagging bracket will not get better on its own. Every downpour adds to the damage on the walls, the fascias and sometimes the rooms inside. Getting it surveyed now shows what needs attention first. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Three Mile Cross, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- The inside of buried drains
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
Three Mile Cross: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Three Mile Cross is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Three Mile Cross within the area you cover?
Yes, Three Mile Cross is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How long does a gutter survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
Report times depend on the package you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s sent to you by email once it’s done.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more frequently near trees. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.