Hampshire · London and the South East
Michelmersh Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Michelmersh. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Common roof problems in Michelmersh
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. Wet leaves and silt add a lot of weight and the extra load drags the gutter down. Lose the fall and water gathers in the dip, then overflows.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
If you let a flat or house near Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Michelmersh
We check the rainwater system above ground level, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It is not a CCTV drain survey, so we can’t see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, we’ll say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Anything we find above ground, such as a split hopper or a leaking downpipe, is photographed and recorded. Typical surveys look at choked outlets or hopper heads and gutters packed with leaves or moss, on valley gutters, fascias and soffits and parapet and box gutters.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Michelmersh (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. You can see drips and overflows from the ground but hidden gutters are another matter. Our survey covers what can safely be seen and records it with photos. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Michelmersh
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Michelmersh
About 1.2 miles north-west lies Mottisfont Abbey, a reminder of how long the area around Michelmersh has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. 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.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Michelmersh is about 3 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We provide gutter surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Michelmersh. Across Hampshire, we cover Michelmersh. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SO51 postcode area for gutter surveys. You will find streets like Yew Tree Lane, Staff Road and Haccups Lane. We also cover the places around Michelmersh: Timsbury (1 mile south), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-west), Kimbridge (1 mile west), Mottisfont (1 mile west) and Dunbridge (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (12 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Michelmersh
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Malthouse Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 1.5 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find King Johns House (3 miles south) and Romsey Community Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Michelmersh include Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
What affects the price in Michelmersh
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Older roofs in small places like Michelmersh can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
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What else we do in Michelmersh
What this survey cannot tell you
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
Surveys for landlords and agents in Michelmersh
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the gutter, with photographs.
Michelmersh questions
Is Michelmersh within the area you cover?
Yes, Michelmersh is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Mottisfont & Dunbridge station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How fast do I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.