Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Todd's Green
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Todd's Green? You can book a gutter survey in Todd's Green and across Hertfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Soffits marked by water
- Cracked or loose downpipes
About our gutter survey in Todd's Green
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 look at them as far as they can safely be seen using vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We survey outlets and hoppers, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits, and people most frequently book us about leaves and moss blocking gutters and overflowing eaves gutters.
Somewhere as small as Todd's Green, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Todd's Green (SG1)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we are there.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.
Common roof problems in Todd's Green
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. The survey helps pin down the source before it causes more harm.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The John Henry Newman School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before you book anyone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Are they insured for the work?
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Todd's Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- The roof space is checked for water marks if it is safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
For a price for gutter surveys in Todd's Green, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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What a gutter survey looks like in Todd's Green
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Todd's Green has a long history of building, with Knebworth House about 3.5 miles south. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Stevenage station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Todd's Green is about 2 miles north-west of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. Bookings from Todd's Green are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Todd's Green is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work for gutter surveys. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Gutter surveys in SG1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Todd's Green: Lower Titmore Green (1 mile west), Titmore Green (1 mile west), Little Wymondley (1 mile north-west), Graveley (1 mile north-east) and Great Wymondley (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (15 miles south-west), St Albans (13 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (9 miles south), Harpenden (9 miles south-west), Hitchin (3 miles north-west) and Hoddesdon (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Todd's Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hermit of Redcoats pub and Graveley Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Stevenage station, about 1.7 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Lister Hospital (0.6 miles east) and Stevenage Museum (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Purwell Ninesprings.
FAQs for Todd's Green
Is my home in Todd's Green 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.
Will you come out to Todd's Green?
Yes, Todd's Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How much is a gutter survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it’s best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
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 send us an email to arrange it.
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters frequently cause leaks indoors. We look at the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
On plastic systems, slipped joints are one of the most common faults. We record each one we can see.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Todd's Green
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away, but it does not tell you why a gutter overflows. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there’s more to it. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.