Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Monk Sherborne
We carry out gutter surveys in Monk Sherborne and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Joints that drip after rain
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Monk Sherborne
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The Vyne, about 1.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Monk Sherborne. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Priory Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Monk Sherborne is about 3 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Monk Sherborne and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Monk Sherborne is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. You can also see our page for Reading.
We cover every part of RG26 for gutter surveys. You’ll find streets such as The Close, Ramsdell Road and Salters Heath Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Monk Sherborne include Salters Heath (1 mile north-east), Charter Alley (1 mile north-west), Pamber End (1 mile north), Ramsdell (1 mile north-west) and West Heath (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (3 miles south), Fleet (13 miles east), Alton (13 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles east), Tadley (3 miles north) and Hook (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Monk Sherborne
In Monk Sherborne, that means homes and buildings near Everest Community Academy and the streets around them. Monk Sherborne’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, about 3.1 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Park Prewett Hospital (1.8 miles south) and Basing House (4.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Monk Sherborne includes Daneshill Park Woods.
How a gutter survey works in Monk Sherborne
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Buildings near trees collect more 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 any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off, but they rarely get better. Common reasons to book are overflowing eaves gutters and brackets that have dropped or snapped, across downpipes, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits.
Some older homes in villages like Monk Sherborne are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Monk Sherborne (RG26)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Monk Sherborne: your questions answered
Is my home in Monk Sherborne listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Basingstoke station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.
How do I book a survey in Monk Sherborne?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Don’t climb a ladder to look in the gutters
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more frequently near trees
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records and use it to plan upkeep. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but you cannot check them from the street, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Monk Sherborne can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
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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:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Pipes below ground level
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
Common roof problems in Monk Sherborne
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. The survey helps pin down the source before it causes more harm.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Soffits marked by water
Shop and office owners around The Malls may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Will the report include photos?