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Gutter inspection and repair

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01/10/25, 12:14

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Scope of Works

 

• inspect gutters and downpipes using a ladder or platform and record blockages and damage

• clear leaves, silt and moss from gutter runs and flush downpipes

• unclip and refit slipped guttering and replace broken brackets and seals

• cut out and replace short lengths of uPVC gutter or reseal leaking joints

• test fall and pitch, make minor adjustments and advise if major realignment is needed

• photograph defects and leave an itemised report and written quote for larger repairs

 

Typical Cost

 

Charge Type

Low £

High £

Notes

Call-out / Minimum

£80

£120

First 30–60 min on site

Labour per hour

£45

£75

Per person; basic tools included

Materials

£10

£150

Replacement gutters, brackets and sealant; depends on length/type

Disposal

£20

£60

Removal of old sections and site waste

Extras (e.g. scaffolding)

£0

£700

Access towers or scaffolding for high or fragile roofs

TOTAL (most jobs come in here)

£160

£480

Most inspections and small repairs fall in this range

 

Time on Site

 

Most inspections take 1–2 hours; simple repairs (clearing blockages, replacing clips or short gutter lengths) typically take 1–3 hours; larger section replacements or jobs requiring scaffolding can take 0.5–1 day. Weather, roof access and working-at-height restrictions extend time on site

 

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

 

• are you insured for public liability and for working at height

• how will you access the gutters and will you need scaffolding or a tower

• what guarantee do you provide for repairs and replacement parts

• can you provide photos of defects and a written breakdown of costs

• how do you handle disposal of old guttering and debris

• will any neighbouring property access or permissions be required


How to Avoid Surprises

 

• make space for a ladder or mobile tower and keep drive/parking clear

• point out fragile roofs, solar panels or rooflights before work starts

• confirm whether scaffolding, permits or estate approval are needed for your address

• agree on materials and lead times beforehand to avoid on-site delays

• keep pets and children away from the work area; tradies will use PPE and may need to contain debris

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