Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in East Cholderton
A careful look at the gutter at your property in East Cholderton, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Joints that drip after rain
About our gutter survey in East Cholderton
We check the rainwater system above ground level: gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows. It’s not a CCTV drain survey, so we cannot see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, we’ll say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. If you’ve noticed gutters that have fallen out of line and water backing up from a hidden gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on outlets and hoppers, downpipes and eaves gutters alike.
Some older homes in villages like East Cholderton 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- East Cholderton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look out for overflows when it pours
Questions about the report are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more often near trees. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clean gutters can do their job.
Common questions in East Cholderton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Cholderton?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Grateley station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. We look at above-ground rainwater only down to where the downpipes reach the ground. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What happens next?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order where it is safe to see them. Missing lead is something we check for too.
Local roofs in East Cholderton
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Amport Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
East Cholderton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Bookings from East Cholderton are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. East Cholderton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for gutter surveys. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Gutter surveys in SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to East Cholderton include Mullenspond (1 mile north), Thruxton (1 mile north-west), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Red Post Bridge (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (4 miles east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Around East Cholderton
Typical jobs here are in homes near White Horse Inn. The nearest railway station is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Ludgershall Castle (4.2 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles east). Open spaces near East Cholderton include Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around East Cholderton frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Towns and villages near East Cholderton
What else we do in East Cholderton
When to book a survey in East Cholderton
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Landlords with a home close to Grateley station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their insurance cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs