Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Southwood
Need a gutter survey in Southwood? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Gutters full of debris and silt
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. We email it to you once it’s done.
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.
How a gutter survey works in Southwood
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. The photos show you exactly what we found. It is an easy job to put off but it rarely improves. If you are worried about sagging gutters and loose brackets and blocked outlets and hoppers, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Southwood, 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. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Southwood (GU14, GU51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Homes around Southwood often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- 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
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Southwood
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Southwood
Our report is a dated record of what we found, useful when you are planning maintenance or getting work priced. Without it, you are relying on what can be seen from the pavement. Arranging work in a smaller place like Southwood is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Southwood
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Southwood homes and their roofs
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you live near a park such as Ancells Farm Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For businesses in and around places like Hart Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. If you live in an older home near St John the Baptist, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Southwood is about 1 mile west of Farnborough, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Southwood can all book gutter surveys. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Gutter surveys in GU14 and GU51 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Fleet Road, Kennels Lane and Summit Avenue and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Cove (1 mile north), Farnborough (1 mile east), North Camp (2 miles east), Mytchett (3 miles east) and Aldershot (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (13 miles west), Alton (12 miles south-west), Yateley (4 miles north-west), Bordon (13 miles south), Hook (7 miles west) and Popley (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Southwood
Around Southwood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near National Aerospace Library, Ancells Farm Park and Cove School. For rail, the closest station is Fleet station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hart Shopping Centre (2.1 miles west) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (2.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Aunt's Pool and Ball Hill.
Southwood: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Southwood is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Southwood?
Yes. Southwood is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes. Hidden gutters are a common cause of leaks inside so we pay close attention to them. Parts of them may not be visible, and the report says so.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How long will you be on site?
A visit normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange the visit.
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
Rust at joints and brackets is the usual weak point on cast iron. Cracks, rust and leaks are recorded where they can be seen.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order as far as they can safely be seen. Missing lead is something we check for too.