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Gutter survey in Sholing, Southampton
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Sholing. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
FAQs for Sholing
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Sholing station?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Sholing?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
There is no wrong time. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later as overflowing water can damage walls.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the gutter, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. 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.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
About our gutter survey in Sholing
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork can frequently be traced to the gutters. Our gutter survey helps show whether the rainwater system is the cause, as far as can be seen safely. Where the cause looks more like the roof covering or a flashing, the report says so, with a suggested next step. Common reasons to book are choked outlets or hopper heads and leaking or loose downpipes, across downpipes, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits.
In a smaller place like Sholing, 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. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Sholing (SO19)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Sholing
What else we do in Sholing
Gutter surveys in Sholing: local notes
Sholing is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. The wider area around Sholing has a long history of building, with Medieval Merchant's House about 2.2 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Homes near green spaces like Westwood Woodland Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Sholing is about 2 miles south-east of Southampton, in Southampton. We survey roofs in Sholing and the rest of Southampton, as part of our work across London and South East England. Sholing is one of the towns and villages in Southampton we cover.
Here we cover the SO19 postcode area for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include Bay Road, Ashby Road and Loane Road, all of which we cover. Being close to the A3025, Sholing is easy for us to reach. We also cover Itchen (1 mile west), Thornhill (1 mile north-east), Bitterne (1 mile north), Peartree Green (1 mile west) and Northam (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Shirley (4 miles north-west), Regents Park (4 miles west), Maybush (5 miles north-west), Coxford (4 miles north-west), Freemantle (3 miles west) and Lordswood (4 miles north-west). Sholing is one of the larger places we cover in Southampton.
Landmarks near Sholing
Around Sholing, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Red Lion pub, Woolston School and Westwood Woodland Park, among other places. The closest station to Sholing is Sholing station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Netley Castle (1.6 miles south) and Marlands Shopping Centre (2.3 miles west). Open spaces near Sholing include Netley Common.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a smaller place like Sholing, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Going up a ladder to check your own gutters carries real risk. You can see drips and overflows from the ground but hidden gutters are another matter. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see and put it in writing. Around Sholing, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Sholing
Sometimes a gutter struggles with the area of roof draining into it. An extension or extra roof slope can add water to an existing gutter and the weakness shows in a heavy downpour.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
If you own a rental within reach of Sholing station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Some older roofs have a central valley running to the back and if it blocks, water can come indoors. We check it where it is safe to see.
Cast iron gutters
Rust at joints and brackets is the usual weak point on cast iron. We note corrosion, cracks and leaking joints as far as we can see them.