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Gutter Survey in Chelwood Gate
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Chelwood Gate and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Chelwood Gate
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we check the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and mark the soffits underneath. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We survey valley gutters, downpipes and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are dripping or leaking gutter joints and leaves and moss blocking gutters.
Older buildings in small places like Chelwood Gate may be 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Chelwood Gate (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. We check the outlets, linings and overflows where safe.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Many homes have plastic gutters and downpipes. As the seals age, joints can start to drip and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes an hour or two at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Older rural homes like those around Chelwood Gate can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Gutter surveys in Chelwood Gate: local notes
Priest House, about 3.8 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chelwood Gate. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Chelwood Gate is about 6 miles south of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. If you are in Chelwood Gate, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our West Sussex coverage includes Chelwood Gate and the places around it. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH17 is within our area for gutter surveys. Local streets include Beaconsfield Road, Stone Quarry Road and Isle of Thorns, and we cover them all. Other places close to Chelwood Gate include Chelwood Common (1 mile south), Birchgrove (1 mile west), Wych Cross (1 mile north), Danehill (2 miles south-west) and Nutley (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (10 miles north-west), Horsham (15 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-west), East Grinstead (6 miles north) and Broadfield (10 miles west).
Landmarks near Chelwood Gate
Well-known places in the area include Waterbury Castle (2.6 miles west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (5.9 miles east). The countryside around Chelwood Gate includes Brickfield Meadow.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Chelwood Gate
Clearing gutters removes the debris but it will not explain why water keeps spilling over. Our survey also looks at falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there is more to it. For older village homes like those around Chelwood Gate, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent view of the roof
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
What we’re asked to look at in Chelwood Gate
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before it causes more harm.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Leaks at the gutter joints
Take an older house close to Chelwood Gate Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the survey will not cover
Chelwood Gate: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Chelwood Gate is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Chelwood Gate?
Yes, Chelwood Gate is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, we do not carry out CCTV drain surveys. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
You can book at any time of year. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Chelwood Gate?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.