Hampshire · London and the South East
Lyndhurst Gutter Survey
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Lyndhurst, with photos and a written report.
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
Gutter survey in Lyndhurst
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. 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 and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. The photographs show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off, but they rarely get better. We survey fascias and soffits, parapet and box gutters and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and water spilling over the gutter edge.
In a smaller place like Lyndhurst, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Lyndhurst (SO43)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a gutter survey in Lyndhurst?
Lots of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that slows the flow and lets weeds take root.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Leaking or loose downpipes
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of Our Lady and St Edward, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Lyndhurst
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take a building like St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Ashurst New Forest station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Lyndhurst is about 4 miles south-west of Totton, in Hampshire. We carry out gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Lyndhurst and nearby. Lyndhurst is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Southampton is in our area too.
All of SO43 is within our area for gutter surveys. Whether your property is on High Street, King's Close and Empress Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Emery Down (1 mile west), Ashurst (3 miles north-east), Balmerlawn (3 miles south), Colbury (4 miles north-east) and Brockenhurst (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Totton (4 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles east), Lymington (8 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles north-east).
Around Lyndhurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near Fox And Hounds Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Ashurst Hospital (2.6 miles north-east) and National Dairy Museum (3.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Copythorne Common.
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- The inside of buried drains
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lyndhurst
Landlords, agents and building managers in Lyndhurst and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to Lyndhurst is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Lyndhurst: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Ashurst New Forest station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lyndhurst?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How do I book a survey in Lyndhurst?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
How long will you be on site?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, as far as they can safely be seen. We look from vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe, and by drone where it’s applicable.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Spotting the problem early tends to mean a simpler fix. Around Lyndhurst, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% of customers satisfied
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.