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Gutter survey in Warlingham, Surrey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Warlingham, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
Gutter survey in Warlingham
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. If you are worried about dripping or leaking gutter joints and overflowing eaves gutters, we can find out what’s behind it.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Warlingham drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Warlingham (CR6, CR3)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys in Warlingham: local notes
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Addington Palace, about 3.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Warlingham. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near Upper Warlingham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Warlingham is about 3 miles east of Coulsdon, in Surrey. Warlingham is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
All of CR6 and CR3 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Church Road, Redvers Road and The Green. Warlingham is on the B269 and B270, which makes it simple to reach. Other places close to Warlingham include Hamsey Green (1 mile north), Whyteleafe (1 mile west), Chelsham (1 mile east), Farleigh (2 miles north-east) and Kenley (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Epsom (9 miles west), Horley (10 miles south-west), Redhill (7 miles south-west), Ewell (9 miles west), Reigate (8 miles south-west) and Dorking (13 miles south-west).
What’s near Warlingham
We work in homes and buildings around Warlingham School, Blanchman's Farm and The White Lion Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Upper Warlingham station, roughly 0.9 miles west. A little further out are Warlingham Park Hospital (1.3 miles north-east) and East Surrey Museum (2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Nore Hill and South London Downs National Nature Reserve.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Warlingham
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.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
When to book a survey in Warlingham
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before more damage is done.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Gutters full of debris and silt
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Warlingham Village Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What exactly goes into their report
Your questions about gutter surveys in Warlingham
I let a flat near Upper Warlingham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Warlingham listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes, where it’s safe to see them. We look from vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe and a drone where it applies.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you survey underground drains?
No, CCTV drain work isn’t part of this survey. The survey covers gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
The survey looks at whether rainwater is spilling onto the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We cannot see inside the wall itself, so the report covers what can be seen.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Warlingham, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check pets are kept safely away
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes, and if it does not, raise it with whoever did the job.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year, and more frequently if trees overhang the roof. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
Checking the roof from ground level
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.