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Gutter survey in Odiham, Hampshire

Wondering about the gutter at a property in Odiham? We carry out gutter surveys in Odiham and across Hampshire.

  • Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
  • Blocked outlets and hoppers
  • Brackets that have dropped or snapped

Gutter surveys in Odiham

Gutter survey in Odiham: what you get

We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Odiham and right across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe. Time on site usually takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We’re often asked to look into water backing up from a hidden gutter and soffits marked by water, on fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and downpipes.

In a smaller place like Odiham, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.

What you get is a clear record of the gutter on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.

Location
Odiham (RG29)
Region
Hampshire
Price
From £150 inc. VAT
Reports
Written, with photos, emailed to you
Survey days
Monday to Sunday, daytime
Cover
PI and public liability insurance
Call
07833 053749
Page updated
27 October 2026
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Honest limits

Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:

  • What’s behind fascias and inside walls
  • Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
  • Hidden sections we cannot view safely

If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.

What we check

  • Outlets and hoppers
  • Parapet and box gutters
  • Valley gutters
  • Fascias and soffits
  • Eaves gutters
  • Downpipes

Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Odiham

What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.

If you live in an older home near All Saints Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Mayhill Junior School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.

Odiham is about 4 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. Odiham is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.

Surveys in RG29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Goodchild Square, High Street and London Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Odiham include North Warnborough (1 mile north-west), Broad Oak (1 mile north-east), Warnborough Green (1 mile north-west), Greywell (1 mile west) and Hook Common (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (7 miles west), Farnborough (8 miles east), Fleet (4 miles east), Aldershot (8 miles east), Alton (7 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles north-east).

What’s near Odiham

We work in homes and buildings around Robert May's School and The Bell Inn, among other places. Odiham’s nearest station is Hook station, about 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.3 miles north) and Odiham Castle (1.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Odiham include Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.

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Questions from Odiham

Is my home in Odiham listed or in a conservation area?

For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.

Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Hook station?

Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.

Do you work in Odiham?

Yes. We survey roofs in Odiham and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?

There’s no wrong time. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it’s best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.

Will you fly a drone over my roof?

Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.

Do you check valley and parapet gutters?

Yes, where it is safe to see them. We look from vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe and a drone where applicable.

Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?

Yes. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a day.

What we look for on each type of roof

Box and secret gutters

A box gutter is built into the roof, frequently behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see them.

Aluminium and other metal gutters

Long metal gutter runs on larger buildings can hide blocked outlets, so we check the outlets carefully.

Prices for gutter surveys in Odiham

We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:

  • How big the roof is
  • Building height and the viewpoints available
  • Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
  • Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages

There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.

Getting in touch

When you call or email, these details help:

  • The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
  • What kind of property and roof it is
  • The address and postcode of the property
  • Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access

Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.

Do you need a gutter survey in Odiham?

Overflowing gutters in a downpour are a common reason to book. Others notice a damp wall, a stained ceiling or a green streak down the brickwork. The survey helps pin down the source before more damage is done.

Look out for signs like these:

  • Rotten fascias or stained soffits
  • Leaking or loose downpipes
  • Leaves and moss blocking gutters
  • Joints that drip after rain

For landlords with property near Hook station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.

Questions to ask before booking

  • What happens after the report arrives
  • Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
  • Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
  • Which limits apply to the survey

What to expect from a roof survey

The survey, step by step

There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Odiham, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.

  1. First, we agree the areas to focus on.
  2. We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
  3. Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
  4. We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
  5. Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.

Before we arrive

  • Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
  • Find any records of previous roof work
  • Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared

How to book

For a price for gutter surveys in Odiham, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.

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Checking the roof from ground level

The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.

Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.

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