West Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Climping
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Climping and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaks at the gutter joints
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
About our gutter survey in Climping
A gutter needs a steady fall towards its outlet to drain properly. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over where the gutter dips. We look along each run for sags, gaps and leaking joints, along with the brackets and downpipe fixings. You get written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey downpipes, valley gutters and fascias and soffits, and people most often book us about dripping or leaking gutter joints and gutters overflowing in heavy rain.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Climping (BN17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Climping
How do I find out if my home in Climping is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Littlehampton station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.
Is there a good time of year to book a gutter survey?
Whenever suits you. If water is already spilling over, book sooner rather than later as overflowing water can damage walls.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes, we carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays as well as weekdays. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange it.
How much time does the visit need?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with commercial buildings nearer 3–4 hours.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Useful tips for Climping property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more frequently near trees
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
How quickly the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. We email it to you as soon as it is ready.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you can’t check them from the street, so check they’re included in any clearing work.
Local roofs in Climping
Climping is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you let a flat or house near Littlehampton station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building like St Mary's CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Climping is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Climping, we can come and survey your property. Across West Sussex, we cover Climping and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Gutter surveys in BN17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Church Lane, Horsemere Green Lane and Crookthorn Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Horsemere Green (1 mile west), Atherington (1 mile south), Ford (1 mile north), Wick (1 mile north-east) and Tortington (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Climping
We work in homes and buildings around The Littlehampton Academy and The Black Horse Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Climping is Littlehampton station, about 1.2 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (3 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3 miles east). Not far away are WWT Arundel.
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 cannot cover:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
Nearby places to Climping
What else we do in Climping
Why it’s worth a survey now in Climping
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now usually keeps the fix smaller. Outbuildings and barns around Climping are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why us?
- Every finding written up with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Roof by roof
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Long metal gutter runs on larger buildings can hide blocked outlets, so we check the outlets carefully.
Box and secret gutters
Hidden gutters are a common source of leaks inside. Outlets, linings and overflows are checked as far as access allows.
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Climping can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First, we agree the areas to focus on.
- 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.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
When to book a survey in Climping
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.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos