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Gutter Survey in Rownhams
Independent gutter surveys in Rownhams. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Gutters full of debris and silt
What we can’t see
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Gutters out of sight from every safe viewpoint
- Pipes below ground level
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Rownhams
Gutters are typically fixed to fascia boards, so we check the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. We survey eaves gutters, valley gutters and parapet and box gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters that have fallen out of line and gutters full of debris and silt.
In a smaller place like Rownhams, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Rownhams (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
More services for Rownhams
Gutter surveys around Rownhams
Rownhams is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Rownhams St John's Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For businesses in and around places such as Marlands Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. South Stoneham House, about 3.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rownhams. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Rownhams is about 3 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. We cover Rownhams and the rest of Southampton. Our area takes in places right across Southampton, large and small.
We work across SO16 for gutter surveys. We cover properties on Rownhams Way, Horns Drove and Rownhams Close. If you’re just outside Rownhams, we cover Upton (1 mile west), Nursling (1 mile south-west), Hillyfields (1 mile south-west), Lordswood (1 mile south-east) and Toothill (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Southampton (3 miles south-east), Townhill Park (4 miles east), Midanbury (4 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (5 miles south-east).
Around Rownhams
Typical jobs here are in homes near Oaklands Community School, St James' Park and Oasis Academy Lord's Hill and the streets around them. The closest station to Rownhams is Redbridge station, roughly 2.1 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Princess Anne Hospital (1.3 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (2.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Rownhams includes Testwood Lakes.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
You receive a report with photographs and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Rownhams
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a survey in Rownhams, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Questions from Rownhams
Is my home in Rownhams listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Rownhams?
Yes, Rownhams 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.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it is best not to wait, because the walls take the water.
How much time does the visit need?
For a house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What does the report include?
A photo-illustrated written report, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Roof by roof
Box and secret gutters
Box gutters sit within the roof or behind a wall, so overflows can end up inside. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see them.
Cast iron gutters
Cast iron tends to fail at the joints and fixings. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints where they can be seen.