Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Upper Burgate
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Upper Burgate? We carry out gutter surveys in Upper Burgate and across Hampshire.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
Gutter survey in Upper Burgate
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. We survey fascias and soffits, eaves gutters and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we are asked to look at most are valley or box gutters that overflow inside and leaks at the gutter joints.
Somewhere as small as Upper Burgate, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Upper Burgate (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
We look at the lining, the joints and the outlets as far as they can safely be seen. Lead is also a target for theft.
Box and secret gutters
Box and secret gutters often cause leaks indoors. We check the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Burgate
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Rural addresses near Upper Burgate can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- Outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows are inspected.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Related advice
Gutter surveys in Upper Burgate: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 1.6 miles north lies Breamore House, a reminder of how long the area around Upper Burgate has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Burgate School and Sixth Form will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Upper Burgate is in Hampshire. Whether the building in Upper Burgate is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Hampshire coverage includes Upper Burgate and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across SP6 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Salisbury Road and Fryern Court Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Upper Burgate: Lower Burgate (1 mile south), Breamore (1 mile north), Tinkers Cross (1 mile south-west), Fordingbridge (1 mile south-west) and Upper Street (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Romsey (13 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south), Ringwood (7 miles south), Barton on Sea (15 miles south) and Marchwood (15 miles east).
Around Upper Burgate
Around Upper Burgate, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bat and Ball pub and Fordingbridge Infant School, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Fordingbridge Museum (1.3 miles south) and Godshill Castle Hill (0.8 miles east).
Prices for gutter surveys in Upper Burgate
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Booking your survey
We will usually ask about:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is sent to you by email as soon as it’s ready.
Get the gutters cleared every year, and more frequently if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clean gutters can do their job.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Upper Burgate
Will you come out to Upper Burgate?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Upper Burgate is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
When to book a survey in Upper Burgate
Most gutter joints rely on seals or sealant that wear out. Plastic sections expand and contract with the weather so their joints can start to leak. On cast iron, joints can rust and open up where the paint has failed.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
The streets around a church such as Woodgreen Methodist Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone