Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Grateley
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Grateley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
Surveys for landlords and agents in Grateley
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
How a gutter survey works in Grateley
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we check the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and stain the soffits below. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We do not carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We are frequently asked to look into gutters packed with leaves or moss and downpipes that are split or coming away, on parapet and box gutters, valley gutters and fascias and soffits.
In a small place like Grateley, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
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.
- Location
- Grateley (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older rural homes like those around Grateley can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
To get a price for gutter surveys in Grateley, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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What we are asked to look at in Grateley
Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. The survey helps pin down the source before more damage is done.
Common reasons to book include:
- Soffits marked by water
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
Anyone responsible for a site like Grateley Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How soon the report will arrive
Grateley: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Grateley?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about 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.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Grateley station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block, so they’re an important part of the survey. Some may only be partly visible, and the report says so.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
There is no wrong time. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it is best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
What affects the price in Grateley
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Gutter surveys in Grateley: local notes
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Grateley station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Leonard, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Grateley is about 6 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Grateley, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Southampton is in our area too.
All of SP11 is within our area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on High Street, Station Road and Hawthorne Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Grateley: Palestine (1 mile south-west), Quarley (1 mile north), Fox (1 mile north-east), Amport (2 miles north-east) and Kentsboro (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (6 miles north-east), Romsey (14 miles south-east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Grateley
We work in homes and buildings around The Plough Inn, among other places. The closest station to Grateley is Grateley station, about 0.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Winterbourne Downs RSPB reserve and Quarley Hill.
Why act early in Grateley
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now normally keeps the fix smaller. Around Grateley, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
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.