Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Binley
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Binley, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Binley
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot, but many aren’t. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can send water indoors when they overflow. We check them as far as they can safely be seen using vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Common reasons to book are brackets that have dropped or snapped and downpipes that are split or coming away, across eaves gutters, fascias and soffits and parapet and box gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Binley 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Binley (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Outbuildings and barns around Binley are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Binley
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Rural addresses near Binley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Related advice
FAQs for Binley
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Binley?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Overflowing gutters frequently lead to damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is Binley in your area?
Yes. We cover Binley and the rest of Hampshire. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Also near Binley
What else we do in Binley
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Binley
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Binley
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside, because there is no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
For landlords with property near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Watch your gutters from the ground or a window during heavy rain. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before the walls suffer.
What a gutter survey looks like in Binley
About 3.8 miles north-east lies Highclere Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Binley has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Binley is about 6 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. We provide gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Binley and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
We cover every part of the SP11 postcode area for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include Binley Bottom and Long Hedge Drove, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Binley: Wadwick (1 mile east), St Mary Bourne (2 miles south), Cole Henley (3 miles south-east), Whitchurch (4 miles south-east) and Hurstbourne Priors (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south), Andover (6 miles south-west), Tadley (12 miles north-east), Hyde (15 miles south) and Popley (13 miles east).
Around Binley
For rail, the closest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, about 3.6 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Sidown Hill.