Blocked Gutter
Rainwater overflows from the guttering during rainfall, running down the outside walls of the house.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Leaves, moss, and debris blocking the gutter channel
- 2Downpipe clogged at the top
- 3Gutter sagging and not draining toward the downpipe
How Urgent Is This?
This should be fixed in the coming weeks. Leaving it may allow the problem to worsen and cost more to repair.
What Needs to Be Done
A roofer or gutter specialist will clear all debris from the gutters and downpipes, flush them through with water, and realign any sagging sections.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £975 – £2,575 | Materials: £725 – £2,050
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How to Prevent This
Clean gutters at least twice a year, in spring and autumn. Fit gutter guards if you have overhanging trees. Check gutter brackets are secure.
Related Problems
Water coming through the roof into the loft space or directly through the ceiling, often during or after rainfall.
Damp patches appearing on inside walls, particularly after rain, often with a musty smell.
Thick green moss growing across roof tiles, particularly on the north-facing side of the roof.
Other Roofer Problems
One or more roof tiles have slipped, cracked, or blown off, leaving exposed areas on the roof.
Water coming through the roof into the loft space or directly through the ceiling, often during or after rainfall.
The ridge line along the top of the roof has a visible dip or sag instead of running straight.
Thick green moss growing across roof tiles, particularly on the north-facing side of the roof.