Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Charlton, Hampshire
Gutter surveys across Charlton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Charlton
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Anyone responsible for a site like Harrow Way Community School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Andover station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Charlton is about 1 mile north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. We cover Charlton and the rest of Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Charlton. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Here we cover the SP10 postcode area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Dacre Close, Home Farm Gardens and Augustine Way or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Foxcotte (1 mile north-west), Penton Mewsey (1 mile west), Penton Corner (1 mile west), Penton Grafton (1 mile west) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles south-east), Hyde (13 miles south-east), Tidworth (7 miles west), Weeke (13 miles south-east), Stanmore (14 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Charlton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Portway Infant School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Andover station, about 0.8 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.5 miles south-east) and Andover Museum (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Gutter survey in Charlton
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork can often be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, from whatever is safely visible. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so, with a suggested next step. We survey valley gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters, and people most frequently book us about overflowing valley or parapet gutters and rotten fascias or stained soffits.
In a village or hamlet like Charlton, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Charlton (SP10)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price gutter surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Pipes below ground level
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
How the survey changes by roof type
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, often behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see them.
Cast iron gutters
Lots of period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. Kept painted, they can last a long time but corrode once the paint wears off.
Places near Charlton
Also in Charlton
Why it’s worth a survey now in Charlton
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. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Charlton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
Signs you need a gutter survey in Charlton
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. A gutter full of wet debris is heavy and the extra load drags the gutter down. Once the fall is lost, water sits at the low point and spills over.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Soffits marked by water
The streets around a church such as St Thomas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Questions from Charlton
I let a flat near Andover station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Charlton 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’s worth checking before planning any.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes, as far as they can be seen safely. We use the ground, windows, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe and a drone where it applies.
How much time does the visit need?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Charlton?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you cover Charlton for gutter surveys?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Charlton.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. We look at above-ground rainwater only, from the gutters to the bottom of the downpipes. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Rural addresses near Charlton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.