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Gutter survey in Hill Grove, Hampshire
Gutter surveys around Hill Grove, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
Gutter survey in Hill Grove
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet to drain properly. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over at the low points. We look along each run for sags, gaps and leaking joints, along with the brackets and downpipe fixings. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey valley gutters, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits, and common reasons people get in touch are sagging gutters and loose brackets and downpipes that are split or coming away.
In a village or hamlet like Hill Grove, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Hill Grove (SO32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey looks like in Hill Grove
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Landlords with a home close to Botley station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take an older house close to Church of St Barnabas: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Hill Grove is about 6 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Hill Grove and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Hill Grove is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. Southampton is in our area too.
Surveys in SO32 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Droxford Road, Hill Grove Lane and Dodds Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Hill Grove include Swanmore (1 mile west), Upper Swanmore (1 mile north), Mislingford (1 mile south), Kingsmead (2 miles south) and Shirrell Heath (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles north-west), Gosport (10 miles south), Havant (10 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Hill Grove
We work in homes and buildings around Swanmore College of Technology and the streets around them. The closest station to Hill Grove is Botley station, roughly 4.1 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Knowle Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Hill Grove includes St Clair's Meadow and Beacon Hill.
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The survey, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Hill Grove can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- A photo-illustrated written report and recommendations follows.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Why it is worth a survey now in Hill Grove
Our report is a dated record of what we found, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without one, it is guesswork from the ground. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hill Grove can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded as far as we can see them.
What we’re asked to look at in Hill Grove
Valley, parapet and box gutters are frequently lined with lead or a sheet material. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside as there is nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead linings can also be stolen.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Joints that drip after rain
Anyone responsible for a site like Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
FAQs for Hill Grove
Do you cover smaller places like Hill Grove?
Yes. Hill Grove is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Hill Grove is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does the season matter for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
We check whether rainwater from the gutters is reaching the wall from overflows, leaking joints or loose downpipes. We can’t see inside walls, so the report covers what can be seen.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to arrange it.
How long does a gutter survey take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.