Hampshire · London and the South East
Highcliffe Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys in Highcliffe and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
What a gutter survey does not cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Highcliffe
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
Gutter survey in Highcliffe
Some gutters are easy to see from the street, but many are not. Valley gutters between slopes, gutters behind parapet walls and box or secret gutters can overflow inside the building when they block. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them, from the ground, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Many leaks indoors start at a hidden gutter. We’re often asked to look into water spilling over the gutter edge and gutters full of debris and silt, across downpipes, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits.
In a smaller place like Highcliffe, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Highcliffe (SO23, SO21, SO20)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey looks like in Highcliffe
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. 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. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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.
Take an older house close to All Saints: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Winchester station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Homes near green spaces such as St. Cross Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Highcliffe is about 1 mile east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We provide gutter surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Highcliffe and nearby. Highcliffe is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for gutter surveys. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SO23, SO21 and SO20 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Moss Road, Vale Road and Domum Road. Highcliffe sits on or near the M3 and A31, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Highcliffe include Bar End (1 mile south-west), Winchester (1 mile west), Hyde (1 mile north-west), St Cross (1 mile south-west) and Abbotts Barton (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Eastleigh (6 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south), Andover (13 miles north-west), Totton (13 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-west) and Hedge End (10 miles south).
Around Highcliffe
In Highcliffe, that means homes and buildings near St. Cross Park, Leigh House Hospital and Heart in Hand pub and the streets around them. Highcliffe’s nearest station is Winchester station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find St John's Rooms And Chapel (under half a mile north-west) and Wolvesey Castle (less than half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
Questions from Highcliffe
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Winchester station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Highcliffe?
Yes, Highcliffe is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan though problems often show up after heavy rain.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. 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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
How we price gutter surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all 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
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter, and a blockage there can overflow inside. It’s inspected as far as safe access allows.
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, frequently behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We check them where they can safely be seen.
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Parking around Highcliffe is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Highcliffe. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.