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Gutter survey in Ashton Green, East Sussex
Gutter surveys in Ashton Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Ashton Green
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet to drain properly. Sagging brackets and slipped joints leave water standing and overflowing where the gutter dips. We check the line of each run as far as we can see it and look at the brackets and downpipe clips. You get written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. If you’ve noticed blocked outlets and hoppers and soffits marked by water, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on fascias and soffits, valley gutters and outlets and hoppers alike.
Some older homes in villages like Ashton Green are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Ashton Green (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Older roofs in small places like Ashton Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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Useful tips for Ashton Green property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
The report comes with photos and clear written recommendations. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they know what needs doing.
Do not forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but they’re much harder to spot, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
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Do you need a gutter survey in Ashton Green?
Falling leaves are the most common cause of blocked gutters. Every autumn, trees fill gutters with leaves, twigs and seeds, and they collect at the outlets. A choked outlet soon means a full, overflowing gutter.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Cracked or loose downpipes
Take a building like Ringmer Primary and Nursery School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Common questions in Ashton Green
How do I find out if my home in Ashton Green is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Glynde station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes. Hidden gutters are a common cause of leaks inside so we pay close attention to them. Parts of them may not be visible, and we will note that in the report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Before the wetter months gives you time to plan any work, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Local roofs in Ashton Green
The wider area around Ashton Green has a long history of building, with Glyndebourne about 1 mile south-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Landlords with a home close to Glynde station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Ashton Green is about 3 miles east of Lewes, in East Sussex. Ashton Green gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Ashton Green is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover for gutter surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of BN8 is within our area for gutter surveys. You will find streets such as Neaves Lane and Potato Lane. Other places close to Ashton Green include Ringmer (1 mile west), Glyndebourne (1 mile south-west), Glynde (2 miles south), Cliffe (3 miles south-west) and Firle (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (12 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south), Lewes (3 miles west), Hailsham (8 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north) and Uckfield (6 miles north).
What’s near Ashton Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form and The Green Man pub, among other places. Ashton Green’s nearest station is Glynde station, roughly 2.1 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (0.7 miles north-east) and Lewes Victoria Hospital (3.8 miles west). Not far away are Malling Down and Cliffe Hill.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.