Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Toothill
Gutter surveys in Toothill from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
Gutter survey in Toothill
Damp on walls, water marks under a valley or streaks down the brickwork can often be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can safely be seen. If the evidence points elsewhere, like a flashing or the roof covering, we’ll say so, with a suggested next step. We survey parapet and box gutters, outlets and hoppers and valley gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters overflowing in heavy rain and blocked outlets and hoppers.
In a small place like Toothill, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Toothill (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Cast iron gutters
A good many period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. Kept painted, they can last a long time but corrode once the paint wears off.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
A London butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter, and a blockage there can overflow inside. We check it where it is safe to see.
Gutter surveys around Toothill
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Toothill, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. 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 The Mountbatten School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Take an older house close to Church of St John: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you let a flat or house near Romsey station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Toothill is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Toothill, we can carry out gutter surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Toothill and the places around it.
We cover every part of the SO51 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Toothill: Ashfield (1 mile west), Upton (1 mile south), Lee (1 mile west), Rownhams (1 mile south-east) and North Baddesley (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (9 miles north-east), Eastleigh (5 miles east), Fareham (14 miles south-east), Totton (4 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (4 miles north-east) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
Around Toothill
The closest station to Toothill is Romsey station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west. A little further out are Romsey Community Hospital (2.1 miles north) and King Johns House (2.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
What else we do in Toothill
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Check for spilling water in a downpour
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
Once work is carried out, keep an eye on the gutters in the next downpour. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over. If it doesn’t, tell whoever did the work.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more frequently near trees. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
Questions from Toothill
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Toothill, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Toothill is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
I let a flat near Romsey station. Can you check the roof?
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.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photos, covering the condition of the gutter, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
How long does a gutter survey take?
A visit typically takes between one and two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. We will give you an idea as you book.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Toothill
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Somewhere as small as Toothill, access is frequently the only tricky part. 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 with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can be seen safely.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photos and recommendations follows.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Why act early in Toothill
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now usually keeps the fix smaller. For older village homes like those around Toothill, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
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.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.