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Bury Gutter Survey
Not sure what state the gutter is in? You can book a gutter survey in Bury and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
Gutter survey in Bury
A gutter needs a steady fall towards its outlet or water sits in them. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over at the low points. We look along each run for sags, gaps and leaking joints and look at the brackets and downpipe clips. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey parapet and box gutters, eaves gutters and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we are asked to look at most are fascia boards damaged by overflowing water and hoppers and outlets full of debris.
In a small place like Bury, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Bury (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Bury
Leaves are behind most blocked gutters. Every autumn, trees fill gutters with leaves, twigs and seeds and the debris builds up at the outlets. Once an outlet is choked, the gutter fills and overflows.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Soffits marked by water
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Landlords with a home close to Amberley station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Questions to ask before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What insurance they carry
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Bury can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We email it to you as soon as it is ready.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back using someone with the right kit. Fewer leaves in the gutters means fewer blockages.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Pipes below ground level
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters
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. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
On plastic systems, slipped joints are one of the most common faults. The report notes every one we spot.
What else we do in Bury
FAQs for Bury
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bury?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Amberley station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you survey underground drains?
No, CCTV drain work isn’t part of this survey. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and note any sign that the drains need checking.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, where it is safe to see them. We use the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe and a drone where it applies.
What a gutter survey looks like in Bury
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Bignor Roman Villa, about 1.7 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bury. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bury CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St John the Evangelist: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Bury is about 7 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. If you are in Bury, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Bury is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Surveys in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Street, Houghton Lane and Coombe Crescent or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Bury include West Burton (1 mile north-west), Amberley (1 mile east), Watersfield (2 miles north), Cross Gate (2 miles east) and Coldwaltham (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles south-west), Chichester (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Bury
Typical jobs here are in homes near Dorset House School and the streets around them. Bury’s nearest station is Amberley station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Amberley Museum (1.2 miles south-east) and Arundel and District Hospital (3.8 miles south). Not far away are Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.
Why it is worth a survey now in Bury
A written report gives you a dated record of the gutters’ condition, which helps when you plan work or brief a contractor. Without one, it is guesswork from ground level. For older village homes like those around Bury, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.