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Gutter Survey in Upper Holloway
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Upper Holloway. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
About our gutter survey in Upper Holloway
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork frequently trace back to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can safely be seen. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so. The next step is suggested too. If you are worried about soffits marked by water and gutters full of debris and silt, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. Hidden behind the parapet, that gutter can block or split without anyone seeing it. If your home in Upper Holloway has one, it needs checking from somewhere that can actually see it.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Upper Holloway (N19, N7, N6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Upper Holloway
I let a flat near Upper Holloway station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Upper Holloway?
It can be, so it helps to tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space as you book. That way the visit can be planned around it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes, where it’s safe to see them. We look from vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe and a drone where applicable.
Do you look in the roof space?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so you can arrange a drain survey. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Watch your gutters from the ground or a window during heavy rain. 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 Upper Holloway
Falling leaves are the most common cause of 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.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
If you run a business near The Mall Wood Green, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What insurance they carry
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Gutter surveys in Upper Holloway: local notes
The wider area around Upper Holloway has a long history of building, with Witanhurst about 0.9 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. If your home in Upper Holloway is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Trees in and around Whittington Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Take a building like St John's Upper Holloway CofE Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Upper Holloway is about 2 miles east of Hampstead, in Greater London. We carry out gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Upper Holloway. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of N19, N7 and N6 is covered for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Ward Road, Kiver Road and Foxham Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. You’ll find Upper Holloway on the A103, so it is easy for us to get to. If you’re just outside Upper Holloway, we cover Tufnell Park (1 mile south), Dartmouth Park (1 mile south-west), Highgate (1 mile north-west), Nag's Head (1 mile south-east) and Holloway (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles south), City of Westminster (4 miles south), Marylebone (3 miles south), Kensington (5 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south) and Shoreditch (4 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Upper Holloway
We work in homes and buildings around City of London Academy, Whittington Park and The Mother Red Cap pub, among other places. Nearby too are Asanté Academy of Chinese Medicine (1.2 miles north-west) and Vaughan Williams Memorial Library (2 miles south). Upper Holloway has its own railway station: Upper Holloway station. Well-known places in the area include The Mall Wood Green (2.3 miles north-east) and Royal Northern Hospital (0.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Dartmouth Park Hill and Parkland Walk.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Upper Holloway
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the gutter, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when booking.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- The roof space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
How we price gutter surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.