Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Bridgemary
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Bridgemary, with photos and a written report.
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Common roof problems in Bridgemary
Valley, parapet and box gutters are frequently lined with lead or a sheet material. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead linings can also be stolen.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Rowner Junior, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
About our gutter survey in Bridgemary
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork frequently trace back to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can be seen safely. If the evidence points elsewhere, such as a flashing or the roof covering, we will say so. The next step is suggested too. We are frequently asked to look into hoppers and outlets full of debris and joints that drip after rain, across downpipes, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters.
Around Bridgemary, older cottages sit alongside 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. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Bridgemary (PO13, PO12)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Bridgemary
What else we do in Bridgemary
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Clearing gutters removes the debris, but it doesn’t tell you why a gutter overflows. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there’s more to it. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Bridgemary, so it’s useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Visits on any day of the week
Bridgemary homes and their roofs
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Bridgemary, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For businesses in and around places such as Fareham Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. The streets around a church such as St Matthew's are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Bridgemary is about 1 mile north-west of Gosport, in Hampshire. Bookings from Bridgemary are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire.
We survey roofs across the PO13 and PO12 postcode area for gutter surveys. We cover properties on Camp Road, Copse Lane and Agnew Road. If you’re just outside Bridgemary, we cover Rowner (1 mile north-west), Peel Common (1 mile west), Elson (1 mile south-east), Crofton (1 mile west) and Gosport (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (13 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-west) and Hedge End (9 miles north-west).
What’s near Bridgemary
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Green Dragon pub and Bridgemary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 2.5 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Search (2.6 miles south-east) and Portchester Castle (2.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
Bridgemary questions
Will you come out to Bridgemary?
Yes, Bridgemary is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Bridgemary, take more of a battering?
Frequently, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Bridgemary is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How much time does the visit need?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
There’s no wrong time. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later, because the walls take the water.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
Useful tips for Bridgemary property owners
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Rain should flow to the outlets and down the downpipes, and if it does not, raise it with whoever did the job.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Parking around Bridgemary is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bridgemary
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.