New black round-line rain gutter and downpipe fitted to a British house — White Horse Roofing Services, Oxfordshire

Guttering · Oxfordshire, Berkshire & the Cotswolds

Guttering Repair &
Replacement Across
Oxfordshire & Berkshire.

Gutters that overflow are the number-one cause of damp walls and rotten fascias. We clear, repair and replace guttering properly — with the right falls, the right brackets and the right materials.

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Same-day surveys · Fixed pricing · Fully insured

Established 2017

1,500+ Jobs Completed

15-Yr Workmanship Guarantee

£1M Public Liability Insurance

Checkatrade 9.78/10

The Service

What guttering is,
and who it's for.

Guttering is one of the cheapest things on your house and one of the most consequential when it fails. An overflowing gutter dumps hundreds of litres a year against your walls, saturates the wall plate, rots the fascia and soffit, and eventually finds its way into the loft or the top of the wall cavity.

White Horse Roofing carries out gutter clearing, sectional repairs and full replacement in UPVC, aluminium and cast-iron across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and the Cotswolds. Every job is fixed price, with the correct falls set, and finished with a written workmanship warranty.

Who it's for

Homeowners with gutters that overflow in heavy rain, sag between brackets, leak at joints, or have not been cleared in years. Owners of period properties with cast-iron guttering that is cracked, rusted or blocked. Buyers whose survey has flagged the guttering as needing attention.

When it's needed

Gutters should be cleared at least annually — twice a year for properties surrounded by trees. Any visible sagging, overflowing joint or vertical stain down an external wall is a sign the gutter is no longer doing its job. Address it before winter, when a frozen block turns a small overflow into a major water event.

Why professional

Gutter work involves ladder access and, on many properties, scaffold or tower. Falls must be set correctly (a common DIY error is level guttering, which never drains fully), brackets spaced to spec, and joints bedded in the right sealant. Cast-iron work in particular requires the correct fixings and paint system to avoid the joint sealing problems that plague DIY repairs.

What Happens If Ignored

The cost of leaving it
until next winter.

An overflowing gutter is not a cosmetic problem — it is a slow-motion damp event. Water runs down the external wall, soaks the render, penetrates through open pointing and freezes in winter. The fascia rots, the soffit follows, birds get into the eaves, and eventually the wall plate — the timber the roof sits on — starts to fail.

Common problems we see

Blocked gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Sagging runs between under-spaced brackets
Leaking joints and split downpipes
Aged cast-iron with rust holes and cracked ears

Mistakes to avoid

×Clearing gutters from above by pulling debris through the outlet — pushes the blockage down into the underground drain
×Reseating a leaking joint with silicone rather than replacing the gutter clip and rubber seal
×Painting rusted cast-iron without stripping and treating — traps moisture and accelerates the corrosion

Our Process

Five steps. No day rates.
No surprises.

Survey

Full inspection of gutters, downpipes, brackets and outlets. Falls checked, blockage points identified, condition of fascia and soffit noted.

Fixed Quote

Written quote covering clear, repair or replacement — with materials, access, waste removal and warranty period all itemised.

Clear or Strip

Existing debris removed, downpipes flushed. For replacement, old guttering carefully removed and disposed of.

Install & Set Falls

New brackets fitted at correct spacing, guttering set to a positive fall towards outlets, joints sealed with manufacturer clips and seals.

Test & Sign-Off

Water test poured through the run to confirm correct flow and no leaks. Written workmanship warranty issued.

What You Get

Specific benefits.
No vague claims.

Every point below is something we do on every job — not a marketing line. Ask us at the survey and we'll show you exactly how.

Set to Proper Falls

Water actually reaches the outlet — no ponding, no overflow at the far end of the run.

Correct Bracket Spacing

Brackets to manufacturer spec so runs stay straight for decades, not months.

Right Material for the Property

UPVC, aluminium or cast-iron matched to the age and character of the house.

Downpipes Cleared

Not just the gutters — the whole run to the underground drain checked and flushed.

Written Warranty

Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty appropriate to the scope.

Protects Everything Below

Fascias, soffits, walls and foundations all last longer when the gutter actually works.

In Detail

The specifics —
materials, methods, situations.

Materials and profiles

UPVC — the standard replacement for most modern properties. Available in half-round, square-line, deep-flow and ogee profiles, in black, brown, white and grey. Cost-effective, low maintenance, 20+ year service life.

Aluminium — a mid-price, long-life alternative for properties where a cleaner appearance is wanted. Powder-coated in a wide range of colours, seamless where installed on site.

Cast-iron — the correct choice for period and heritage properties. Traditional half-round and ogee profiles, painted to specification, with the character and lifespan the property deserves.

Installation done properly

Brackets at 800 mm to 1000 mm centres for UPVC, closer for cast-iron. Positive fall of at least 1:600 towards each outlet. Joints made with correct clips and seals — never silicone as a first resort. Downpipes with adequate offsets where the eaves overhang, and swan-neck detailing where the gutter is offset from the wall face.

Clearing and maintenance

Annual clearing is the cheapest roofing work you will ever pay for and prevents the majority of gutter-related damp problems. We clear gutters and downpipes as a standalone service and can recommend a maintenance interval based on your property and surroundings.

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FAQ

Everything homeowners
ask us about guttering.

Something not covered? Call 07522 468971 and we'll answer it directly.

How much does gutter replacement cost?+

A typical semi-detached UPVC replacement runs £450 to £850 including new brackets and downpipe. Cast-iron replacement is quoted individually and depends heavily on access and profile. Gutter clearing usually £75 to £150 depending on property size.

How often should gutters be cleared?+

At least once a year for most properties, twice a year (spring and autumn) if you have overhanging trees. Blocked gutters are the single most common cause of gutter-related damp.

Can you match my existing cast-iron guttering?+

Yes — we source traditional half-round and ogee cast-iron profiles to match period properties. Where a full replacement is not required, we can repair sections and re-paint to blend with the existing run.

Do you fix leaks or do I need a full replacement?+

Depends on the age and condition. Individual joint failures on otherwise-sound guttering are often a straightforward repair. Widespread sagging, splits and joint failures usually mean the run is past its life and a full replacement is more cost-effective.

Do you fit gutter guards or leaf guards?+

Yes — mesh guards and hedgehog-style brush guards are available and worthwhile on properties with heavy leaf fall. We recommend them selectively rather than universally, based on the actual leaf load on your gutters.

Do you offer emergency guttering call-outs?+

Yes. For storm damage, active leaks and make-safes across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and the Cotswolds, call us and we will aim to get a surveyor to you the same day. Emergency temporary works can usually be carried out on the first visit so the property is watertight before a permanent repair is scheduled.

Is the quote free?+

Yes for owner-occupied properties. For homes you have not yet bought there is a £100 pre-purchase survey fee — fully deducted from the final quote if you go ahead. Every quote is fixed price, in writing, itemised and never a day rate.

What guarantee do you offer?+

Full re-roofs carry a 15-year workmanship guarantee. Flat roofs carry a 10-year workmanship guarantee. Repairs are covered by a written workmanship warranty appropriate to the scope. All work is backed by £1M public liability cover.

How do payments work?+

A deposit secures your slot in the diary. The balance is paid by bank transfer on completion. On larger projects we offer sensible stage payments so you are never paying ahead of the work delivered.

Which areas do you cover?+

Oxfordshire, Berkshire and the Cotswolds — including Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Wantage, Witney, Reading, Newbury, Cirencester and Faringdon. If you are close to the edge of that radius, call us — we can usually help.

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and a fixed-price quote.

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