Hampshire · London and the South East
Old Basing Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Old Basing. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
Gutter survey in Old Basing: what you get
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. If they clog, drip or sag, the water ends up somewhere it shouldn’t and that normally means the walls or the inside of the building. Our survey looks at the whole rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. The findings go into a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed hoppers and outlets full of debris and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Old Basing, 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. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, 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
- Old Basing (RG24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Old Basing questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Basingstoke station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Will you come out to Old Basing?
Yes, Old Basing is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Old Basing?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
Old Basing homes and their roofs
The Vyne, about 3.3 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Old Basing. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Trees in and around Eastrop Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Anyone responsible for a site like Old Basing Infant School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Old Basing is about 3 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Surveys in Old Basing work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
All of RG24 is within our area for gutter surveys. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, London Road and Paulet Place. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Lychpit (1 mile west), Mapledurwell (1 mile east), Andwell (1 mile east), Water End (2 miles east) and Chineham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (3 miles west), Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (12 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Old Basing
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Costello School, Eastrop Park and The Crown Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 2 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (1.9 miles west) and Basing House (under half a mile west). Open spaces near Old Basing include Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
- Have overhanging branches cut back
Questions about the report are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Being in a smaller place like Old Basing does not change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A written report with photos and recommendations follows.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded where they can be seen.
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering and is easy to overlook. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.