Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Little Posbrook
Need a gutter survey in Little Posbrook? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Joints that drip after rain
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Common roof problems in Little Posbrook
Valley, parapet and box gutters are frequently 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 linings can also be stolen.
Problems we come across often include:
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
If you look after a building such as Stubbington House School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their report turnaround times
- What exactly goes into their report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Gutter survey in Little Posbrook: what you get
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork frequently trace back to the gutters. Our gutter survey helps show whether the rainwater system is the cause, from everything that’s safely in view. If the evidence points elsewhere, like a flashing or the roof covering, we’ll say so. The next step is suggested too. Typical surveys look at dripping or leaking gutter joints and water backing up from a hidden gutter, on valley gutters, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits.
Somewhere as small as Little Posbrook, homes are often 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. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Little Posbrook (PO14)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Little Posbrook property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
If we think the problem lies underground, we will say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.
Why get it checked now?
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 Little Posbrook can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Prices that include VAT
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. We look at what’s visible and note what is not.
Fascias and soffits
On buildings from before 2000, soffits may be asbestos cement. We flag any that could be so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Little Posbrook can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- The loft space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Little Posbrook
Little Posbrook lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For businesses in and around places such as Fareham Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. For landlords with property near Fareham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Little Posbrook is about 2 miles south-west of Fareham, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Little Posbrook and the rest of Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Little Posbrook. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We survey roofs across the PO14 postcode area for gutter surveys. Other places close to Little Posbrook include Titchfield (1 mile north), Abshot (1 mile north-west), Hill Head (1 mile south-east), Stubbington (1 mile south-east) and Titchfield Common (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gosport (5 miles south-east), Havant (11 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Totton (13 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Little Posbrook
In Little Posbrook, that means homes and buildings near Coach & Horses pub and Crofton School and the streets around them. Little Posbrook’s nearest station is Fareham station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Fareham Community Hospital (2.8 miles north-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Little Posbrook include Holly Hill Woodland Park.
FAQs for Little Posbrook
Is Little Posbrook within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Little Posbrook?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work though problems often show up after heavy rain.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.