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Gutter survey in Greywell, Hampshire
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Greywell, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
Gutter survey in Greywell
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off, but they rarely get better. We survey fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are overflowing eaves gutters and cracked or loose downpipes.
Older buildings in small places like Greywell 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Greywell (RG29)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Greywell, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- 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
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check pets are kept safely away
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall and when it overflows, water can get indoors. We check them where they can be seen safely.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. Their joints can leak as the seals wear and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Greywell
Plenty of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. Mixed with grit from the roof, it settles as silt that slows the flow and gives plants somewhere to grow.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Robert May's School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking anyone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- When you will get the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Places near Greywell
Also in Greywell
Greywell: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Greywell?
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.
Will you come out to Greywell?
Yes, Greywell is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange it.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Greywell
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Pipes below ground level
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
Gutter surveys around Greywell
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For landlords with property near Hook station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Greywell is about 6 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We carry out gutter surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Greywell and nearby. Across Hampshire, we cover Greywell. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RG29 is covered for gutter surveys. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Hook Road and Dorchester Way. We also cover Warnborough Green (1 mile north-east), North Warnborough (1 mile east), Up Nately (1 mile north-west), Nately Scures (1 mile north-west) and Hook Common (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles west), Farnborough (9 miles east), Fleet (6 miles east), Aldershot (9 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Greywell
In Greywell, that means homes and buildings near Fox And Goose Public House. For rail, the closest station is Hook station, about 1.4 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.4 miles north-east) and Odiham Castle (within half a mile north-east). The countryside around Greywell includes Tundry Hill and The Mill Field.