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Upper Basildon Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Upper Basildon. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Soffits marked by water
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Gutter survey in Upper Basildon
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot but a good many gutters are tucked away. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can send water indoors when they overflow. We check them as far as they can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Many leaks indoors start at a hidden gutter. We survey eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are blocked outlets and hoppers and gutters packed with leaves or moss.
Older buildings in small places like Upper Basildon may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Upper Basildon (RG8)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price gutter surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Anything about access we should know
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Basildon
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Why act early in Upper Basildon
It’s easy to put damp down to the wrong cause. When rainwater goods are the source, treating the wall alone won’t solve it. Checking the gutters first helps you spend in the right place. Older cottages and farmhouses around Upper Basildon can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys on any day of the week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Check downpipe clips are holding
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
Report times depend on the package you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. It is sent to you by email as soon as it’s ready.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. For a village or hamlet like Upper Basildon, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- 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 safely be seen.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Common questions in Upper Basildon
Can a landlord with a rental near Pangbourne station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Basildon?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How much is a gutter survey?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long does a gutter survey take?
A visit typically takes an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You will know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
Local roofs in Upper Basildon
Cotswold stone slates are found on older buildings in west Oxfordshire, and thatch survives in some of the county’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Basildon Park, about 1.4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Upper Basildon goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to St Stephen's Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Basildon C.E. Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Pangbourne station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Upper Basildon is about 7 miles north-east of Thatcham, in Oxfordshire. We cover Upper Basildon and the rest of Oxfordshire. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Upper Basildon. You can also see our page for Reading.
Gutter surveys in RG8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Aldworth Road, Beckfords and Emery Acres and the roads around them. Other places close to Upper Basildon include New Town (1 mile south-east), Stubbles (1 mile west), Ashampstead (2 miles west), Ashampstead Green (2 miles west) and Burnt Hill (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (10 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Wantage (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles east), Grove (15 miles north-west) and Benson (10 miles north).
Around Upper Basildon
In Upper Basildon, that means homes and buildings near St Andrew's School and The Red Lion pub. The nearest railway station is Pangbourne station, about 2.3 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Yattendon Castle (2.9 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Hartslock.