Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Dunsbury, Isle of Wight
Gutter surveys in Dunsbury from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
- Check downpipe clips are holding
The report comes with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. Left alone, they normally grow, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
Gutter survey in Dunsbury: what you get
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork can frequently be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can safely be seen. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so. The next step is suggested too. If you are worried about brackets that have dropped or snapped and overflowing eaves gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Dunsbury may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Dunsbury (PO30)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys around Dunsbury
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Dunsbury, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Mary's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. With Mottistone Manor about 1.2 miles east, the area around Dunsbury has a long history. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Dunsbury is about 7 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We cover Dunsbury and the rest of the Isle of Wight. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Southampton.
All of PO30 is within our area for gutter surveys. If you’re just outside Dunsbury, we cover Brook (1 mile south), Hulverstone (1 mile south-east), Brookgreen (1 mile south-east), Shalcombe (1 mile north-east) and Chilton Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (7 miles north-east), Ryde (14 miles east), Cowes (9 miles north-east), Sandown (13 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles east) and Ventnor (12 miles east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so let us know where you are when booking.
Landmarks near Dunsbury
Other landmarks nearby include Yarmouth Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (2.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Westover Down.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Dunsbury
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Places near Dunsbury
Other services in Dunsbury
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Older roofs in small places like Dunsbury can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is 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.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Prices for gutter surveys in Dunsbury
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Common questions in Dunsbury
Is the coastal weather around Dunsbury hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Dunsbury is within about 1 mile of the coast.
Will you come out to Dunsbury?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will I get photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Roof by roof
Cast iron gutters
Rust at joints and brackets is the usual weak point on cast iron. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded where they can be seen.
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.