Hampshire · London and the South East
Winklebury Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Winklebury. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Winklebury
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Winklebury
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we check the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t carry out asbestos testing, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. Typical surveys look at blocked outlets and hoppers and soffits marked by water, across parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and downpipes.
Around Winklebury, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are normally where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Winklebury (RG23, RG22, RG24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen 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.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Why act early in Winklebury
Damp walls are sometimes blamed on the wrong thing. If a leaking gutter or downpipe is the source, other work on the wall won’t stop it. A gutter survey helps rule the rainwater system in or out. Homes in smaller places like Winklebury can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
For a price for your roof in Winklebury, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Winklebury
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
Cast iron gutters
Lots of period homes still have cast iron rainwater goods. Kept painted, they can last a long time but corrode once the paint wears off.
Useful tips for Winklebury property owners
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
Report times depend on the package you choose: 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 is ready.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
Places near Winklebury
Other services in Winklebury
Winklebury questions
Is my home in Winklebury listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can a landlord with a rental near Basingstoke station book a roof survey?
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.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Do you cover Winklebury?
Yes. We cover Winklebury and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Some may only be partly visible, and the report says so.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the gutter as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. A visit to a smaller place like Winklebury is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Winklebury homes and their roofs
Historic houses like The Vyne, about 3 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Winklebury goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you run a business near The Malls, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Castle Hill Infant School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Basingstoke station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Winklebury is about 1 mile west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Winklebury as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Gutter surveys in RG23, RG22 and RG24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Roman Road, Wayside Road and Worting Road and the roads around them. Winklebury is on the A340, so it’s easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Worting (1 mile south-west), Buckskin (1 mile south-west), South Ham (1 mile south-east), Rooksdown (1 mile north) and Basingstoke (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles east), Tadley (6 miles north) and Hook (7 miles east).
Around Winklebury
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Coppice Spring School, Fort Hill Community School and The White Hart Inn. Winklebury’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Willis Museum (1.6 miles east) and Basing House (3.1 miles east). Not far away are Daneshill Park Woods and Farleigh Hill.