Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Botley, Hampshire
Find out the condition of the gutter at your property in Botley. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Gutter survey in Botley
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork frequently trace back to the gutters. Our gutter survey helps show whether the rainwater system is the cause, from whatever is safely visible. If the evidence points elsewhere, such as a flashing or the roof covering, we’ll say so. The next step is suggested too. Typical surveys look at hoppers and outlets full of debris and leaking or loose downpipes, on eaves gutters, valley gutters and fascias and soffits.
In a smaller place like Botley, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are normally where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
Where we can’t see part of the gutter, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Botley (SO30)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Look for downpipes coming loose
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file and use it to plan upkeep. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clean gutters can do their job.
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What this survey cannot tell you
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Different roofs, different checks
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Aluminium and other metal gutters are used on many newer and commercial buildings. Their joints and outlets still need checking.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. As the seals age, joints can start to drip, and brackets can sag under load.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a smaller place like Botley, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- 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
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What we are asked to look at in Botley
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before more damage is done.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Your questions about gutter surveys in Botley
Can a landlord with a rental near Botley station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Botley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. For a price for your building, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Local roofs in Botley
Botley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For landlords with property near Botley station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take a building like Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Botley is about 1 mile east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. In Botley, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Hampshire coverage includes Botley and the places around it.
Surveys in SO30 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on High Street, Boswell Close and Bailey Close or anywhere close by, we can help. Botley is on the A334, so it’s easy for us to get to. If you’re just outside Botley, we cover Boorley Green (1 mile north), Curdridge (2 miles east), Curbridge (2 miles south-east), Durley (2 miles north) and Horton Heath (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (13 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
What’s near Botley
We work in homes and buildings around Wildern School, Wildern School and The Dolphin Hotel The Dolphin Public House. The nearest railway station is Botley station, roughly 0.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Moorgreen Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and Netley Castle (4.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Swanwick Lakes.