West Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Ardingly
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Ardingly and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Gutter surveys in Ardingly: local notes
The wider area around Ardingly has a long history of building, with Priest House about 2.2 miles north-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For landlords with property near Balcombe station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building such as St Peter's CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you live in an older home near St Peter's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Ardingly is about 3 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. If you’re in Ardingly, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Crawley is in our area too.
All of RH17 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include High Street, Munnion Road and Price Way. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Little London (1 mile north), Highbrook (1 mile north-east), Lindfield (2 miles south), Horsted Keynes (2 miles east) and West Hoathly (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (6 miles north-west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Ardingly
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Ardingly Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Balcombe station, roughly 2.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Waterbury Castle (2 miles east) and Princess Royal Hospital (3.9 miles south). Open spaces near Ardingly include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Gutter survey in Ardingly: what you get
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. The photos show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off, but they rarely get better. We survey outlets and hoppers, fascias and soffits and parapet and box gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters packed with leaves or moss and overflowing valley or parapet gutters.
In a village or hamlet like Ardingly, older cottages and farmhouses frequently 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. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Ardingly (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
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What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Ardingly, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- 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.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
FAQs for Ardingly
I let a flat near Balcombe station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building.
Will you come out to Ardingly?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that’s a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
What happens after the survey?
The report arrives by email, with photos and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ardingly
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Watch for green marks down the brickwork
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records to help plan maintenance. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year or more often near trees. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What we look for on each type of roof
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. We check what’s visible and note what isn’t.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Older plastic gutters can turn brittle and crack. We check joints, brackets and the line of each run.