Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Stone, Hampshire
A careful look at the gutter at your property in Stone, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
Gutter survey in Stone: what you get
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Stone and right across London and the South East. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely from the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe. A visit typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The written report follows, with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed choked outlets or hopper heads and fascia boards damaged by overflowing water, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on eaves gutters, fascias and soffits and outlets and hoppers alike.
Some older homes in villages like Stone are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Stone (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey looks like in Stone
Stone is within about 1 mile 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. 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.
If you live in an older home near St Francis, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Stone is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. We visit Stone as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Stone is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Gutter surveys in SO45 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Stone: Gurnard (3 miles south-east), Cowes (3 miles south-east), Rew Street (4 miles south), Northwood (4 miles south-east) and Great Thorness (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Gosport (9 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north), Fareham (8 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north).
What’s near Stone
Nearby you’ll also find Calshot Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and Sir Max Aitken Museum (3.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Stone include Mill Hill.
Common questions in Stone
How do I find out if my home in Stone is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Stone, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are part of every report.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long will you be on site?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
Why act early in Stone
It is easy to put damp down to the wrong cause. If a leaking gutter or downpipe is the source, other work on the wall will not stop it. Checking the gutters first helps you spend in the right place. Outbuildings and barns around Stone are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
If we think the problem lies underground, we’ll say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we’re there.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. The best time is usually after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
What we are asked to look at in Stone
Gutter brackets work loose or corrode with age. A gutter full of wet debris is heavy, and that weight pulls sections out of line. Lose the fall and water gathers in the dip, then overflows.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
With Beaulieu Palace House about 4.4 miles north-west, the area around Stone has a long history. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Stone, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.