Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Holybourne, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Holybourne. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
How a gutter survey works in Holybourne
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. The photographs show you exactly what we found. It is an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. If you’ve noticed gutters overflowing in heavy rain and brackets that have dropped or snapped, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Holybourne, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some 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.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Holybourne (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now usually keeps the fix smaller. Around Holybourne, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Holybourne
- Photos and a written report every time
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Surveys seven days a week
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. We check them along with the gutters.
Gutter surveys in Holybourne: local notes
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently 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. The wider area around Holybourne has a long history of building, with Bentworth Hall about 4.6 miles west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Andrews' Endowed Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Landlords with a home close to Alton station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Holybourne is about 2 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. We cover Holybourne and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Guildford is in our area too.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on London Road, Carpenters Close and Inhams Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Neatham (1 mile south-east), Alton (2 miles south-west), Upper Froyle (2 miles north-east), Wyck (2 miles south-east) and East Worldham (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (10 miles north-east), Petersfield (11 miles south) and Yateley (13 miles north).
Near you in Holybourne
We work in homes and buildings around White Hart pub, Eggar's School and Treloar School. The closest station to Holybourne is Alton station, about 1.2 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Alton Community Hospital (2.4 miles south-west) and Allen Gallery (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Holybourne Hill.
What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Holybourne, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Signs you need a gutter survey in Holybourne
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead linings can also be stolen.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Joints that drip after rain
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Take an older house close to Holy Rood Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What insurance they carry
Your questions about gutter surveys in Holybourne
Can a landlord with a rental near Alton station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building.
Is Holybourne within the area you cover?
Yes, Holybourne is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
How long will you be on site?
It normally takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Pipes below ground level
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.