Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Upper Farringdon
Wondering about the gutter at a property in Upper Farringdon? We carry out gutter surveys in Upper Farringdon and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
About our gutter survey in Upper Farringdon
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We survey eaves gutters, downpipes and outlets and hoppers, and people most often book us about blocked outlets and hoppers and rotten fascias or stained soffits.
Older buildings in small places like Upper Farringdon may be 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
What you get is a clear record of the gutter on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Upper Farringdon (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Upper Farringdon often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Have overhanging branches cut back
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but they’re much harder to spot, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Gutter surveys in Upper Farringdon: local notes
With Bentworth Hall about 3.9 miles north-west, Upper Farringdon sits in an area with a long building history. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you let a flat or house near Alton station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Upper Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. In Upper Farringdon, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Upper Farringdon is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. There is also a page for Guildford.
Gutter surveys in GU34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Church Road, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover Farringdon (1 mile south-west), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Local landmarks in Upper Farringdon
In Upper Farringdon, that means homes and buildings near Rose and Crown Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Alton station, about 2.8 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (1.9 miles north). Not far away are Selborne Hill.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Farringdon
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Upper Farringdon. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why act early in Upper Farringdon
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Finding the cause now usually keeps the fix smaller. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Upper Farringdon, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Places near Upper Farringdon
What else we do in Upper Farringdon
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Common questions in Upper Farringdon
How do I find out if my home in Upper Farringdon is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Upper Farringdon?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
There’s no wrong time. If you’ve already seen a gutter overflowing, it’s best not to wait, because the walls take the water.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.