Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Broad Oak, Hampshire
Gutter surveys around Broad Oak, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
About our gutter survey in Broad Oak
Some gutters are easy to see from the street, but many aren’t. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We check them as far as they can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We survey eaves gutters, downpipes and outlets and hoppers, and common reasons people get in touch are leaves and moss blocking gutters and dripping or leaking gutter joints.
Some older homes in villages like Broad Oak are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Broad Oak (RG29)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Broad Oak
Is Broad Oak within the area you cover?
Yes, Broad Oak is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
I let a flat near Winchfield station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will I get photos?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
How long does a gutter survey take?
A visit typically takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We will give you an idea when booking.
What do I do with the report?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Broad Oak
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Broad Oak
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. 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.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
Anyone responsible for a site like Mayhill Junior School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
What a gutter survey looks like in Broad Oak
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as All Saints Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Winchfield station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Broad Oak is about 4 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. Bookings from Broad Oak are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Reading.
Here we cover the RG29 postcode area for gutter surveys. We also cover the places around Broad Oak: Odiham (1 mile south-west), North Warnborough (1 mile west), Warnborough Green (2 miles west), Winchfield (2 miles north-east) and Greywell (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (8 miles west), Farnborough (7 miles east), Fleet (4 miles east), Aldershot (7 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Broad Oak
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Waterwitch pub and Robert May's School and the streets around them. Broad Oak’s nearest station is Winchfield station, roughly 1.8 miles north. A little further out are West Green House Agricultural Museum (2.9 miles north) and Hart Shopping Centre (3.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Fleet Pond Nature Reserve and Tundry Hill.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Older roofs in small places like Broad Oak can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s 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.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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What affects the price in Broad Oak
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
What we look for on each type of roof
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and crack. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
Questions about the report are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.