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Gutter survey in Shirley, Southampton
Gutter surveys in Shirley, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Shirley. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
Gutter survey in Shirley
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork can often be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, from whatever is safely visible. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so. The next step is suggested too. If you’ve noticed gutters full of debris and silt and overflowing eaves gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, on valley gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters alike.
In a smaller place like Shirley, 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.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Shirley (SO15, SO16, SO17)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away but it will not explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. Arranging work in a smaller place like Shirley is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
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What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. As for time on site, most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Shirley is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
You receive a written report with photographs and clear written recommendations. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
Gutter surveys in Shirley: local notes
Shirley lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Living close to St James' Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Shop and office owners around Marlands Shopping Centre may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. For landlords with property near Millbrook (Hants) station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Shirley is about 2 miles west of Southampton, in Southampton. Wherever you are in Shirley, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Southampton coverage includes Shirley.
Here we cover the SO15, SO16 and SO17 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on May Road, Dyer Road and York Road. With the A3057 close by, Shirley is easy for us to reach for gutter surveys. We also cover Regents Park (1 mile west), Freemantle (1 mile south), Millbrook (1 mile south-west), Coxford (1 mile north-west) and Maybush (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Townhill Park (3 miles east), Midanbury (3 miles east), Thornhill (4 miles east), Chartwell Green (4 miles east), Harefield (4 miles east) and Itchen (3 miles south-east). As one of the bigger places in Southampton, Shirley has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Landmarks near Shirley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Crown Public House, St James' Park and Regents Park Community College and the streets around them. The closest station to Shirley is Millbrook (Hants) station, roughly 0.7 miles south. A little further out are Netley Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Foresters Museum & Archive (1 mile south-east). For a walk, there’s Testwood Lakes.
How the survey changes by roof type
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
On plastic systems, slipped joints are one of the most common faults. The report notes every one we spot.
Fascias and soffits
On buildings from before 2000, soffits may be asbestos cement. Any we think could be are flagged so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
Common questions in Shirley
How do I find out if my home in Shirley is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is the coastal weather around Shirley hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so, based on what we can see.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it’s best not to wait as overflowing water can damage walls.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Is Shirley in your area?
Yes. We cover Shirley and the rest of Southampton. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Prices for gutter surveys in Shirley
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.