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Gutter Survey in Beaulieu
Know where you stand with the gutter before you decide what to do next. We carry out gutter surveys in Beaulieu.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Soffits marked by water
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Beaulieu
We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It is not a CCTV drain survey and we can’t see inside buried drains. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, the report will say so, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. Common reasons to book are overflowing valley or parapet gutters and leaves and moss blocking gutters, on downpipes, parapet and box gutters and eaves gutters.
In a small place like Beaulieu, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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 records the gutter as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- Beaulieu (SO42)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more frequently near trees
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file to help plan maintenance. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more often near trees. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
How the survey changes by roof type
Fascias and soffits
On buildings from before 2000, soffits may be asbestos cement. Any we think could be are flagged so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Joints that have pulled apart are a common fault on plastic gutters. The report notes every one we spot.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A blocked valley or parapet gutter does not spill harmlessly. It can overflow into the building, often in the heaviest rain. Having them checked before autumn and winter makes sense. In a place like Beaulieu, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Beaulieu
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Questions from Beaulieu
Can a landlord with a rental near Beaulieu Road 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.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Beaulieu?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Beaulieu is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How much is a gutter survey?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We’ll give you an idea when booking.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so you can arrange that check.
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How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere like Beaulieu needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
To get a price for gutter surveys in Beaulieu, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Beaulieu book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
Local roofs in Beaulieu
Beaulieu lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. The wider area around Beaulieu has a long history of building, with Beaulieu Palace House about 0.1 miles north. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Blessed Virgin and Child are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you look after a building like Beaulieu Village Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you let a flat or house near Beaulieu Road station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Beaulieu is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Hampshire. We cover Beaulieu and the rest of Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Beaulieu. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We survey roofs across the SO42 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on High Street, Palace Lane and Hatchet Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Bailey's Hard (1 mile south-east), The Hummicks (1 mile south-east), Furzey Lodge (1 mile west), East Boldre (1 mile south-west) and Dibden Purlieu (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (13 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north-east), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (7 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Beaulieu
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Montagu Arms. For rail, the closest station is Beaulieu Road station, about 3.4 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (less than half a mile north-west).