Hampshire · London and the South East
Anthill Common Gutter Survey
A careful look at the gutter at your property in Anthill Common, with photographs and a written report.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Anthill Common, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, like overflows or damp.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Gutter survey in Anthill Common: what you get
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork can often be traced to the gutters. Our gutter survey helps show whether the rainwater system is the cause, as far as can be seen safely. If the evidence points elsewhere, such as a flashing or the roof covering, we’ll say so. The next step is suggested too. We survey valley gutters, eaves gutters and fascias and soffits, and the problems we are asked to look at most are joints that drip after rain and water backing up from a hidden gutter.
Some older homes in villages like Anthill Common are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Anthill Common (PO7)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
The report comes with photos and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before damage builds up.
Gutter surveys in Anthill Common: local notes
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Anthill Common, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
If you let a flat or house near Portchester station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Anthill Common is about 3 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. If you are in Anthill Common, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Hampshire, we cover Anthill Common. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO7 postcode area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on Broad Lane, School Lane and Uplands Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Denmead (1 mile south-east), Hambledon (1 mile north), Anmore (2 miles east), Wecock Farm (2 miles east) and Lovedean (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (12 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (14 miles west).
What’s near Anthill Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Fox and Hounds pub, among other places. The closest station to Anthill Common is Portchester station, roughly 4.6 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Queen Alexandra Hospital (4.2 miles south). The countryside around Anthill Common includes St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Anthill Common questions
Is the coastal weather around Anthill Common hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Anthill Common is within about 5 miles of the coast.
Can a landlord with a rental near Portchester station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so, based on what we can see.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes, as far as they can safely be seen. We use the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe and a drone where applicable.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How soon will I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.
Common roof problems in Anthill Common
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. Cast iron joints can corrode and part once the paint has worn away.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Joints that drip after rain
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before booking anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
A good many period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. Kept painted, they can last a long time, but rust where the paint fails.
Fascias and soffits
Some older soffits may contain asbestos. We flag any that could be so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
How we price gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.