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Gutter survey in Bonchurch, Isle of Wight
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Bonchurch, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
About our gutter survey in Bonchurch
Eaves gutters at the front of a building are easy to spot, but many are not. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from the ground, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We survey parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and valley gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are joints that drip after rain and sagging gutters and loose brackets.
Somewhere as small as Bonchurch, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Bonchurch (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Metal gutters can suffer at joints and where different metals meet. Any leaks or corrosion we spot go in the report.
Fascias and soffits
Soffits and timber fascias suffer when gutters overflow. We check them along with the gutters.
Bonchurch questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Shanklin station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Bonchurch listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later, because the walls take the water.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you cover Bonchurch for gutter surveys?
Yes. We cover Bonchurch and the rest of the Isle of Wight. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
Local roofs in Bonchurch
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Bonchurch, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. 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. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Catherine's School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you own a rental within reach of Shanklin station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Bonchurch is about 2 miles south of Shanklin, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Bonchurch are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO38 postcode area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Shore Road, Leeson Road and Bonchurch Village Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Bonchurch include Luccombe Village (1 mile north), Ventnor (1 mile west), Steephill (2 miles west), Wroxall (2 miles north-west) and Shanklin (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newport (9 miles north-west), Ryde (9 miles north), Cowes (12 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles north), East Cowes (12 miles north-west) and Oakfield (8 miles north). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so let us know where you are as you book.
Landmarks near Bonchurch
In Bonchurch, that means homes and buildings near Bonchurch Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Shanklin station, about 2.4 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (4.3 miles north) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Bonchurch can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- 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 be seen safely.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photographs and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
Prices for gutter surveys in Bonchurch
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
We will normally ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
You receive a report with photos and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse and spilled water harms brickwork and woodwork.
Common roof problems in Bonchurch
Many gutter joints depend on rubber seals or sealant that age. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather, and in time their joints can drip. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up where the paint has failed.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Soffits marked by water
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Take an older house close to Old St. Boniface Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey won’t cover