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Trench Green Gutter Survey
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Trench Green? We carry out gutter surveys in Trench Green and across Reading, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Joints that drip after rain
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
What a gutter survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Gutters out of sight from every safe viewpoint
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
Gutter survey in Trench Green: what you get
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. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. We survey downpipes, eaves gutters and parapet and box gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are dripping or leaking gutter joints and leaking or loose downpipes.
In a village or hamlet like Trench Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Trench Green (RG4)
- Region
- Reading
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic rainwater systems are common on homes of many ages. As the seals age, joints can start to drip, and brackets can sag under load.
When to book a survey in Trench Green
Leaves are behind most blocked gutters. Nearby trees drop leaves, twigs and seeds into gutters every autumn, and they collect at the outlets. A choked outlet soon means a full, overflowing gutter.
We are often asked to look at:
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Gutters full of debris and silt
For businesses in and around places such as Broad Street Mall, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
Trench Green: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Tilehurst station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building.
Is my home in Trench Green listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Trench Green?
Yes, we do. We carry out gutter surveys in Trench Green.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No, CCTV drain work is not part of this survey. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
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Why get it checked now?
A written report gives you a dated record of the gutters’ condition, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without it, you are relying on what can be seen from the pavement. Older cottages and farmhouses around Trench Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Visits on any day of the week
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Trench Green
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Trench Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Gutter surveys in Trench Green: local notes
Historic houses such as Mapledurham House, about 1.1 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Trench Green goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Tilehurst station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Trench Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Trench Green is one of many places we visit across Reading. Trench Green is one of the towns and villages in Reading we cover.
We survey roofs across the RG4 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. Other places close to Trench Green include Chazey Heath (1 mile east), Mapledurham (1 mile south-west), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-west), Norcot (2 miles south) and Tilehurst (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as West Reading (3 miles south), Shinfield (7 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south), Whitley Wood (6 miles south-east) and Fords Farm (4 miles south).
Landmarks near Trench Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Pack Horse Public House, among other places. Trench Green’s nearest station is Tilehurst station, roughly 1.7 miles south. A little further out are Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.6 miles south) and Battle Hospital (2.6 miles south). The countryside around Trench Green includes Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Sonning Hill.