Essex · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Ulting, Essex
Gutter surveys in Ulting from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
How a gutter survey works in Ulting
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork often trace back to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can be seen safely. If the evidence points elsewhere, such as a flashing or the roof covering, we’ll say so. The next step is suggested too. Typical surveys look at sagging gutters and loose brackets and leaves and moss blocking gutters, on valley gutters, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits.
Older buildings in small places like Ulting may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Ulting (CM9)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Cast iron gutters
Cracks frequently open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Aluminium and other metal gutters are used on many newer and commercial buildings. Joints, outlets and fixings are the parts we focus on.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Ulting, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before we arrive
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Arrange a survey
For a price for gutter surveys in Ulting, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Ulting: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Ulting?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is the coastal weather around Ulting hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Deal with drips, sags and loose downpipes early. Left alone, they usually grow and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
Prices for gutter surveys in Ulting
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
For a price for your roof in Ulting, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Local roofs in Ulting
Ulting is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you let a flat or house near Hatfield Peverel station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. With Danbury Place about 3.5 miles south-west, the area around Ulting has a long history. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Ulting is about 3 miles north-west of Maldon, in Essex. Roofs in Ulting get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. Our area takes in places right across Essex.
Postcode districts we cover here for gutter surveys: CM9. Other places close to Ulting include Nounsley (1 mile north), Woodham Walter (1 mile south), Curling Tye Green (2 miles south-east), Langford (2 miles east) and Woodham Mortimer (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (5 miles west), Basildon (14 miles south-west), Braintree (9 miles north), Maldon (3 miles south-east), Billericay (12 miles south-west) and Rayleigh (11 miles south).
Local landmarks in Ulting
In Ulting, that means homes and buildings near The Sportsmans Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hatfield Peverel station, roughly 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Priory Hospital (5.3 miles west). The countryside around Ulting includes Danbury Ridge Nature Reserves.
Why act early in Ulting
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows but hidden gutters are another matter. Our survey covers everything that’s safely in view and records it with photos. Older and listed buildings around Ulting may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Plain-English reports with photos