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Gutter survey in Wennington, Greater London
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Wennington. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
How we price gutter surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Wennington
This survey covers rainwater above ground, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It’s not a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, we’ll say so in the report, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Anything we find above ground, such as a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. Common reasons to book are brackets that have dropped or snapped and valley or box gutters that overflow inside, on outlets and hoppers, downpipes and valley gutters.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is typically a shared part of the building. Landlords, managing agents and residents’ companies need to know what condition it’s 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Wennington (RM13)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Wennington
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic gutters move with heat and cold so their joints can start to leak. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up once the paint has worn away.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Joints that drip after rain
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Overflowing eaves gutters
If you own a rental within reach of Rainham (Essex) station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- When you will get the report
Wennington homes and their roofs
In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses like Rainham Hall, about 1.5 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Wennington goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Brady Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Living close to Wildspace Conservation Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Wennington is about 4 miles south of Hornchurch, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Wennington and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in RM13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover Aveley (1 mile east), Hacton (2 miles north), South Ockendon (3 miles east), Upminster Bridge (4 miles north) and Hornchurch (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include London (14 miles west), St Pancras (15 miles west), Shoreditch (13 miles west), Walthamstow (12 miles north-west), Hoxton (13 miles west) and Whitechapel (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Wennington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Lennard Arms Inn, Wildspace Conservation Park and Harris Academy Rainham, among other places. The nearest railway station is Rainham (Essex) station, roughly 1.4 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include St George's Hospital (2.8 miles north) and Erith Museum (2.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Wennington includes Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve.
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit usually takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, tell us when booking.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- 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’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
The report comes with photos and clear written recommendations. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. Left alone, they typically grow and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. As the seals age, joints can start to drip and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
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Questions from Wennington
Is parking a problem for a survey in Wennington?
Parking in Wennington, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Rainham (Essex) station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you work in Wennington?
Yes, we do. Wennington is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.