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Gutter survey in Chiltington, East Sussex
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Chiltington, with photographs and a written report.
- Joints that drip after rain
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Soffits marked by water
Why it’s worth a survey now in Chiltington
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. From the ground you can spot drips and overflows, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. Our survey covers whatever is safely visible and records it with photos. Older and listed buildings around Chiltington may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Chiltington
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we look at 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 don’t carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. If you’ve noticed gutters that have fallen out of line and gutters overflowing in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Chiltington, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Chiltington (BN7)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records and use it to plan upkeep. Photos make it easier to explain the work to owners, tenants or contractors.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before damage builds up.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the gutter as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Chiltington, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re 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.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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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.
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. They’re looked at as part of the survey.
FAQs for Chiltington
I let a flat near Cooksbridge station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Chiltington?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when booking.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Chiltington?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can a gutter survey explain damp on my walls?
We check whether rainwater from the gutters is reaching the wall, through overflows, drips or damaged downpipes. We can’t see inside walls, so the report covers what can be seen.
Gutter surveys around Chiltington
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Chiltington has a long history of building, with Anne of Cleves House about 3.7 miles south. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Cooksbridge station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Chailey School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Chiltington is about 3 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Chiltington as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the BN7 postcode area for gutter surveys. We also cover the places around Chiltington: East Chiltington (1 mile west), Cooksbridge (1 mile south-east), South Chailey (1 mile north), Plumpton (2 miles south-west) and Plumpton Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (13 miles east), Crowborough (12 miles north-east), Uckfield (7 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south).
Around Chiltington
The nearest railway station is Cooksbridge station, about 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Lewes Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft (3.9 miles west). Not far away are Blackcap and Malling Down.
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What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Chiltington
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.