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Gutter Survey in Apuldram
Find out the condition of the gutter at your property in Apuldram from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Joints that drip after rain
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Gutters out of sight from each safe vantage point
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Apuldram
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we look at the fascias and soffits too. Water that overflows for long enough can rot timber fascias and stain the soffits below. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. We survey parapet and box gutters, eaves gutters and valley gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are overflowing valley or parapet gutters and water spilling over the gutter edge.
In a village or hamlet like Apuldram, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Apuldram (PO20, PO19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Apuldram
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Apuldram: your questions answered
Is my home in Apuldram listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is the coastal weather around Apuldram hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
How do I book a survey in Apuldram?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you cover Apuldram for gutter surveys?
Yes. Apuldram is part of the area we cover.
Towns and villages near Apuldram
More services for Apuldram
Apuldram homes and their roofs
Apuldram is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. About 4.4 miles north-east lies Goodwood House, a reminder of how long the area around Apuldram has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Fishbourne CofE Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Landlords with a home close to Chichester station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Apuldram is about 2 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. We provide gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Apuldram and the surrounding area. Apuldram is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for gutter surveys. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Surveys in PO20 and PO19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Dell Quay Road, Appledram Lane South and Donnington Park or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Apuldram, we cover Fishbourne (1 mile north), Bosham Hoe (2 miles west), Broadbridge (2 miles north-west), Bosham (2 miles west) and West Itchenor (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (6 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
What’s near Apuldram
We work in homes and buildings around The Black Horse Public House, The Prebendal School and Bishop Luffa School and the streets around them. Apuldram’s nearest station is Chichester station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Chichester Castle (1.8 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (2.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Down and Nutborne Marshes.
Different roofs, different checks
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Joints that have pulled apart are a common fault on plastic gutters. The report notes every one we spot.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes an hour or two at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Apuldram, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
When to book a survey in Apuldram
Plenty of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that slows the flow and lets weeds take root.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the price includes VAT