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Gutter survey in Horndean, Hampshire
Independent gutter surveys in Horndean. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Joints that drip after rain
Gutter survey in Horndean: what you get
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason, with photographs and written recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We are often asked to look into overflowing valley or parapet gutters and dripping or leaking gutter joints, on eaves gutters, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits.
Around Horndean, semis and terraces share chimneys, gutters and roof lines with the house next door. A shared chimney stack or a gutter run across two houses means a defect may sit partly on someone else’s property. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can safely be seen. It’s useful to mention any shared stacks or gutters when booking.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Horndean (PO8, PO7)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
The report comes with photos and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
Places near Horndean
Other services in Horndean
Local roofs in Horndean
Horndean is within about 5 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. With Warblington Castle about 4.8 miles south-east, Horndean sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Landlords with a home close to Rowlands Castle station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. The streets around a church such as Saint Wilfrid's are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Horndean is about 7 miles north-east of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. If you are in Horndean, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Hampshire, we cover Horndean. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We cover every part of the PO8 and PO7 postcode area for gutter surveys. We cover properties on London Road, Kings Mede and Causeway Farm and the roads around them. With the A3 and A3(M) close by, Horndean is easy for us to reach for gutter surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Lovedean (1 mile west), Wecock Farm (1 mile south-west), Catherington (2 miles north), Anmore (2 miles west) and Denmead (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south-west), Hedge End (13 miles west) and Petersfield (7 miles north-east). Being one of Hampshire’s larger places, Horndean has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
What’s near Horndean
Around Horndean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Horndean Infant School and Red Lion Inn, among other places. The closest station to Horndean is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 2.6 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles south) and Clanfield Earthwork (3 miles north-east). Not far away are Windmill Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Horndean
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
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.
What we’re asked to look at in Horndean
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 is nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead is also a target for theft.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Horndean Technology College, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What experience they bring
- Which limits apply to the survey
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- The inside of buried drains
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
FAQs for Horndean
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Horndean, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
How do I find out if my home in Horndean is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, where it’s safe to see them. We use the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe and a drone where applicable.
How long does a gutter survey take?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In Horndean, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen from your property. It is useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photos and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
Why it is worth a survey now in Horndean
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 typically keeps the fix smaller. Around Horndean, water from a roof defect often goes unseen for a while, such as the loft insulation, the top of a wall or the roof timbers. By the time a stain appears on a ceiling, there’s more to put right.
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.