Hampshire · London and the South East
Arford Gutter Survey
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Arford. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
How a gutter survey works in Arford
We carry out gutter surveys in Arford as part of our cover across London and the South East. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows and from the loft space. Time on site typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey parapet and box gutters, eaves gutters and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are leaves and moss blocking gutters and blocked outlets and hoppers.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Arford (GU35)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys in Arford: local notes
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 check with the council. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own a rental within reach of Liphook station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building such as The Holme Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Arford is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. We visit Arford as part of our work across Hampshire. Arford is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Surveys in GU35 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Beech Hill Road, Arford Common and Headley Hill Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Arford: Headley (1 mile south-west), Headley Down (1 mile east), Lindford (1 mile west), Standford (1 mile south-west) and Wishanger Common (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (7 miles west), Petersfield (10 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
What’s near Arford
We work in homes and buildings around The Holly Bush Inn and Mill Chase Academy. Arford’s nearest station is Liphook station, roughly 3.6 miles south. A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Deadwater Valley and Gibbet Hill.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We check them where they can be seen safely.
When to book a survey in Arford
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the gutter as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Arford, 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.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
To get a price for gutter surveys in Arford, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Arford
Small gutter faults rarely fix themselves. Every downpour adds to the damage, on walls, timber and sometimes inside. A survey now tells you what needs doing and how urgent it is. Outbuildings and barns around Arford are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
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Your questions about gutter surveys in Arford
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Arford?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can a landlord with a rental near Liphook station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No. We don’t test for asbestos. If rainwater goods or soffits look like they could contain asbestos, we note it and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. Surveys are carried out seven days a week. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to arrange a day.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Look out for overflows when it pours
The report comes with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more often near trees. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.