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Gutter survey in Lordswood, Southampton
Know where you stand with the gutter before you decide what to do next. Gutter surveys in Lordswood.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
About our gutter survey in Lordswood
Owners get in touch after seeing an overflow, finding damp or planning ahead for winter. Landlords and managing agents use the report to plan upkeep, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. We survey downpipes, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits, and people most frequently book us about cracked or loose downpipes and leaves and moss blocking gutters.
Houses in smaller places like Lordswood can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Lordswood (SO16, SO15)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys in Lordswood: local notes
Lordswood is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. With South Stoneham House about 2.4 miles east, Lordswood sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Millbrook (Hants) station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For businesses in and around places such as Marlands Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Lordswood is about 2 miles north-west of Southampton, in Southampton. Roofs in Lordswood get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Southampton. Our area takes in places right across Southampton, from the larger towns to small villages.
Gutter surveys in SO16 and SO15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Peach Road, Linden Road and Woburn Road. Other places close to Lordswood include Coxford (1 mile south-west), Bassett (1 mile east), Rownhams (1 mile north-west), Maybush (1 mile south-west) and Chilworth (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Townhill Park (3 miles east), Midanbury (3 miles east), Thornhill (5 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (4 miles east), Harefield (4 miles south-east) and Itchen (4 miles south-east).
What’s near Lordswood
In Lordswood, that means homes and buildings near St James' Park, Upper Shirley High School and Oaklands Community School. Lordswood’s nearest station is Millbrook (Hants) station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Marlands Shopping Centre (2.8 miles south-east) and Princess Anne Hospital (0.5 miles south). For a walk, there is Testwood Lakes.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lordswood
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Do not climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
Questions about the report are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. The best time is normally after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
What we’re asked to look at in Lordswood
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. Added roof area from an extension can load an older gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Joints that drip after rain
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Oakwood Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What happens after the report arrives
What this survey can’t tell you
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- The inside of buried drains
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
How the survey changes by roof type
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. We record any corrosion or leaks we see.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic can become brittle with age and split. We check the joints, brackets and falls.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Lordswood
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Lordswood, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lordswood?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photographs, explaining the condition of the gutter, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
How long will you be on site?
A visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. We’ll give you an idea when you book.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. For a survey in Lordswood, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- 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 is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.