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Gutter Survey in Broadland Row
Gutter surveys in Broadland Row and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
Gutter survey in Broadland Row: what you get
Gutters have to slope gently towards the outlet or water sits in them. Sagging brackets and slipped joints leave water standing and overflowing at the low points. We look along each run for sags, gaps and leaking joints, along with the brackets and downpipe fixings. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. If you’re worried about joints that drip after rain and gutters full of debris and silt, we can find out what’s behind it, on valley gutters, eaves gutters and parapet and box gutters alike.
In a village or hamlet like Broadland Row, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Broadland Row (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. In a small place like Broadland Row, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, such as damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Signs you need a gutter survey in Broadland Row
Plenty of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that slows the flow and gives plants somewhere to grow.
We are often asked to look at:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Leaking or loose downpipes
If you own a rental within reach of Doleham station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What insurance they carry
- When you will get the report
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Gutter surveys around Broadland Row
Broadland Row is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
With Great Dixter about 4 miles north-west, the area around Broadland Row has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. Take an older house close to 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.
Broadland Row is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Broadland Row, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Broadland Row is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN31 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Hundredhouse Lane and Udimore Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Broadland Row, we cover Broad Oak (1 mile west), Udimore (1 mile east), Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-west), Doleham (2 miles south-west) and Broad Street (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
Around Broadland Row
The closest station to Broadland Row is Doleham station, about 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Conquest Hospital (4.8 miles south-west) and Barn Theatre and Museum (3.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Broadland Row include Flatropers Wood.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Rot or damp concealed behind fascias or inside walls
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Pipes below ground level
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Downpipes
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
How we price gutter surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
To get a price for gutter surveys in Broadland Row, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Include valley, parapet and box gutters when clearing
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you can’t check them from the street, so make sure they’re included in any clearing work.
Common questions in Broadland Row
I let a flat near Doleham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Broadland Row is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
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 the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Broadland Row?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.