Portsmouth · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Hilsea
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes around Hilsea, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Homes around Hilsea frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Hilsea
We check the rainwater system above ground level, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It isn’t a CCTV drain survey, so we cannot see inside underground pipes. If the problem looks like a blocked or broken drain below ground, we’ll say so in the report, with a suggestion to book a separate drain survey. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. We survey eaves gutters, downpipes and parapet and box gutters, and people most often book us about valley or box gutters that overflow inside and gutters full of debris and silt.
Around Hilsea, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Hilsea (PO2, PO3, PO6)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Letting agents and landlords in Hilsea book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photographs.
Hilsea questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hilsea?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Hilsea station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground down to where the downpipes reach the ground. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
Do you cover Hilsea?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Hilsea included.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting 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.
Also in Hilsea
Do you need a gutter survey in Hilsea?
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. A gutter full of wet debris is heavy and the extra load drags the gutter down. Once the fall is lost, water sits at the low point and spills over.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Joints that drip after rain
- Soffits marked by water
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Anyone responsible for a site like Gatcombe Park 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
- What insurance they carry
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Why it is worth a survey now in Hilsea
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. You can see drips and overflows from ground level, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. Our survey covers everything that’s safely in view and records it with photos. In a smaller place like Hilsea, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing doesn’t stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Every finding written up with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Gutter surveys in Hilsea: local notes
Hilsea is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you let a flat or house near Hilsea station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Warblington Castle, about 4.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hilsea. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Hilsea is about 2 miles north of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We survey roofs in Hilsea and the rest of Portsmouth. Hilsea is one of the towns and villages in Portsmouth we cover for gutter surveys.
Surveys in PO2, PO3 and PO6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Vita Road, Conan Road and Arras Road. We also cover the places around Hilsea: Cosham (1 mile north), North End (1 mile south-west), Tipner (1 mile south-west), Wymering (1 mile north) and Rudmore (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Southsea (3 miles south), Portsea (3 miles south-west) and Portsmouth Point (3 miles south-west).
Around Hilsea
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Alexandra Park, Trafalgar School and Coach and Horses pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Hilsea is Hilsea station, about 0.5 miles east. A little further out are World War I Remembrance Centre (0.8 miles east) and Tricorn Centre (2.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes