Hampshire · London and the South East
Baughurst Gutter Survey
Know where you stand with the gutter before you decide what to do next. Gutter surveys in Baughurst, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Baughurst
Gutters are normally fixed to fascia boards, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Water that overflows for long enough can rot timber fascias and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We don’t carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We survey downpipes, parapet and box gutters and eaves gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters full of debris and silt and overflowing valley or parapet gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Baughurst may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Baughurst (RG26)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints where they can be seen.
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
When you need someone else
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Gutters out of sight from every safe viewpoint
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
When to book a survey in Baughurst
Hidden gutters are frequently lined with lead or another sheet covering. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building, because there is no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead is also a target for theft.
Problems we come across often include:
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Soffits marked by water
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
Anyone responsible for a site like The Hurst School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Useful tips for Baughurst property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over. If it does not, tell whoever did the work.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. The best time is normally after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
Gutter surveys around Baughurst
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. With The Vyne about 4.6 miles south-east, Baughurst sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Saint Mary's Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For landlords with property near Midgham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Baughurst is about 1 mile west of Tadley, in Hampshire. In Baughurst, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Baughurst is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for gutter surveys. There is also a page for Reading.
Every address in RG26 is within our area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Blackthorn Close, Brimpton Road and Wolverton Road. We also cover Inhurst (1 mile north-west), Heath End (1 mile north), Axmansford (1 mile south-west), Tadley (1 mile east) and Brimpton Common (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (7 miles south-east), Fleet (15 miles east), Yateley (14 miles east), Hook (10 miles south-east), Popley (6 miles south-east) and Kempshott (8 miles south).
Landmarks near Baughurst
In Baughurst, that means homes and buildings near Wellington Arms Public House and Burnham Copse Primary School, among other places. Baughurst’s nearest station is Midgham station, roughly 3.1 miles north. A little further out are Park Prewett Hospital (5.4 miles south-east) and Calleva Museum (3 miles east).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Baughurst, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Baughurst questions
Is my home in Baughurst listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Baughurst within the area you cover?
Yes, Baughurst is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How do I book a survey in Baughurst?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.