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Gutter survey in Upton, Greater London
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Upton and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Overflowing eaves gutters
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back and if it blocks, water can come indoors. We check it where it’s safe to see.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Older plastic gutters can turn brittle and split. We look at the joints, brackets and falls.
About our gutter survey in Upton
This survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It’s not a CCTV drain survey, so we can’t see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, the report will say so, so you can get the drains checked separately. Anything we find above ground, such as a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. We survey downpipes, fascias and soffits and valley gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters full of debris and silt and sagging gutters and loose brackets.
London has a great many flats in converted houses and purpose-built blocks, so roofs are frequently shared between several households. Landlords, managing agents and residents’ companies need to know what condition it is in and what work is coming up. A defect on a shared roof can reach more than one flat. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photographs.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Upton (DA6, DA7, DA16)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Upton
Is parking a problem for a survey in Upton?
It depends on the street. If Upton has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer, and a driveway is even better.
Can a landlord with a rental near Bexleyheath station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend, in order of urgency where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you cover Upton for gutter surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs in Upton and the rest of Greater London. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How much time does the visit need?
It usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. We will give you an idea when you book.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and we’ll note that in the report.
Also near Upton
More services for Upton
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Upton
With Red House about 0.3 miles south-west, Upton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own a rental within reach of Bexleyheath station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Shop and office owners around Broadway Shopping Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Upton is about 1 mile east of Welling, in Greater London. Wherever you are in Upton, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Upton is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in DA6, DA7 and DA16 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Lion Road, Upton Road and Freta Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Upton include Bexleyheath (1 mile east), Crook Log (1 mile west), Blendon (1 mile south-west), Bexley (1 mile south) and Welling (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Upton
We work in homes and buildings around St Catherine's Catholic School, Danson Park and Bexleyheath Academy. There’s a railway station in Upton itself: Bexleyheath station. Other landmarks nearby include Bexley Hospital (under half a mile south-west) and Broadway Shopping Centre (0.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Summer Hill and Wansunt Pit.
Useful tips for Upton property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Don’t leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file to help plan maintenance. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more frequently if trees overhang the roof. The best time is usually after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a London area like Upton, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at what can safely be seen from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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What affects the cost of gutter surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Do you need a gutter survey in Upton?
Moss grows on many tiled and slate roofs, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that holds water in the gutter and lets weeds take root.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
Take a building like Upland Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which limits apply to the survey
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Pipes below ground level
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Upton
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters