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Wandsworth Gutter Survey
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Wandsworth? You can book a gutter survey in Wandsworth and across Greater London.
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Joints that drip after rain
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In Wandsworth, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- 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 loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Wandsworth
We carry out gutter surveys in Wandsworth as part of our cover across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe. A visit typically takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed sagging gutters and loose brackets and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it, on fascias and soffits, valley gutters and outlets and hoppers alike.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. In Wandsworth, as across London, that is why a roof needs a close look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Wandsworth (SW18, SW15, SW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and crack. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
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Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Common questions in Wandsworth
Can a landlord with a rental near Wandsworth Town station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Wandsworth?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we will work around them.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
We check whether rainwater from the gutters is reaching the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We can’t see inside walls, so the report covers what can be seen.
Do you test soffits or gutters for asbestos?
No. We do not test for asbestos. Where gutters, downpipes or soffits could be asbestos cement, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you work in Wandsworth?
Yes. We cover Wandsworth and the rest of Greater London. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens next?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work though problems frequently show up after heavy rain.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. From the ground you can spot drips and overflows, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see and put it in writing. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. That is a good reason to find problems early, while there’s time to plan, rather than in a rush after a leak.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wandsworth
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wandsworth
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the gutter, useful for planning maintenance.
Gutter surveys in Wandsworth: local notes
With Fulham Palace about 1.5 miles north-west, Wandsworth sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Living close to King George's Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. Take an older house close to St Anne's Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Wandsworth Town station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Wandsworth is about 3 miles south-west of Brompton, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Wandsworth, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Greater London.
We work across the SW18, SW15 and SW11 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Alma Road, Marl Road and Knoll Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Southfields (1 mile south), Earlsfield (1 mile south), Hurlingham (1 mile north), Clapham Junction (1 mile north-east) and Battersea (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles north-east), City of Westminster (4 miles north), Marylebone (5 miles north-east), Kensington (3 miles north), St Pancras (6 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (7 miles north-east).
Around Wandsworth
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ashcroft Technology Academy, Emanuel School and Spread Eagle pub and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Wandsworth itself: Wandsworth Town station. Other landmarks nearby include Southside Wandsworth (under half a mile west) and Antique Breadboard Museum (1.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Battersea Park Lake and Henman Hill.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
For a price for your roof in Wandsworth, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.