London and the South East

Gutter Survey in West Sussex

Wherever you are in West Sussex, our roof surveyors can carry out gutter surveys. Written reports with photos, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Gutter Survey across West Sussex

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Towns we cover in West Sussex

A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes. The lists below link to a page for each place. To book, call 07833 053749.

Larger towns

How a gutter survey works in West Sussex

We carry out gutter surveys in West Sussex as part of our cover across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows and from the roof space. Time on site typically takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We survey valley gutters, outlets and hoppers and fascias and soffits, and people most frequently book us about fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and leaves and moss blocking gutters.

Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time.

We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level.
Valleys, parapets and box gutters are inspected where they can safely be seen.
Where it’s safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
You receive a report with photos and recommendations.

What affects the price in West Sussex

Every price we give includes VAT. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.

Why choose Independent Roof Survey

Satisfaction rate of 98%
An independent look at the roof
Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Drones and thermal imaging where applicable

How to book

Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

Near you in Crawley

Typical jobs here are in homes near Friary Church of St Francis and St Anthony, St Wilfrid's Catholic School and Tilgate Park and the streets around them. You will also find The George Hotel (less than half a mile north), Three Bridges Junior School (within half a mile south-east) and St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School (under half a mile south-east). There’s a railway station in Crawley itself: Crawley station. A little further out are Crawley Hospital (0.5 miles north-west) and County Mall (under half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.

Homes and roofs across West Sussex

Across West Sussex, from Crawley, Horsham and Worthing outwards, roofs range from old slate and clay tile to modern concrete tiles and flat roofs. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are typically where the work is.

London and South East England mix slate and clay tile roofs on older homes with concrete tiles on many later ones, and flat-roofed extensions and dormers are common everywhere. Each roof in West Sussex is checked with its age and materials in mind. Along the coast in West Sussex, roofs facing the sea take the brunt of the weather, so ridges, verges and flashings there frequently need attention first.

Crawley: Homes near green spaces like Tilgate Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you run a business near County Mall, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.

What a survey doesn’t cover

It’s a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. Its limits include:

Blockages deep inside downpipes
Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
What’s behind fascias and inside walls

Landlord and commercial surveys in West Sussex

Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.

Letting agents and landlords in West Sussex book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the gutter.

Should I look at the roof myself first?

Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.

Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.

Different roofs, different checks

Cast iron gutters

Cracks often open on the back of cast iron downpipes, so we look closely at the walls around them.

Aluminium and other metal gutters

Metal gutters are common on commercial buildings and some homes. Joints, outlets and fixings are the parts we focus on.

Tips that help

Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:

Look for green streaks or damp patches on walls
Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
Watch the gutters during heavy rain
Have overhanging branches cut back

Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so a drain survey can be arranged. Anything else we notice on the roof, as far as we can see it, is noted too.

Have your gutters cleared at least once a year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.

Questions from West Sussex

Are you insured?

We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.

How experienced are you?

We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.

Can you give me structural calculations?

No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.

Will you fly a drone over my roof?

Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.

Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?

No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.

What does the report include?

It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.

How much is a gutter survey?

Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. For a price for your building, ring 07833 053749 or email us.