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Coldwaltham Gutter Survey
Not sure what state the gutter is in? We carry out gutter surveys in Coldwaltham and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Soffits marked by water
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
How a gutter survey works in Coldwaltham
People book a gutter survey when gutters overflow, when damp appears or before the wetter months. Landlords and managing agents use it to plan maintenance, and some buyers want the rainwater system checked before exchange. The survey and report follow the same steps whatever the reason with photos and clear recommendations. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Common reasons to book are overflowing eaves gutters and downpipes that are split or coming away, on parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and downpipes.
Older buildings in small places like Coldwaltham 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Coldwaltham (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Coldwaltham questions
How do I find out if my home in Coldwaltham is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Pulborough station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Will the survey check for asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. We point out materials on older buildings that could contain asbestos so it can be checked before work starts.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. For a price for your building, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No, CCTV drain work is not part of this survey. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Gutter surveys in Coldwaltham: local notes
Historic houses such as Old Place Manor, about 2 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Coldwaltham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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 yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Giles, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St James' CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Coldwaltham is about 9 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We carry out gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Coldwaltham and nearby. Coldwaltham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for gutter surveys. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in RH20 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include London Road, Old London Road and Silverdale. We also cover the places around Coldwaltham: Watersfield (1 mile south-west), Hardham (1 mile north-east), Lower Horncroft (1 mile north-west), Coates (2 miles north-west) and Fittleworth (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Coldwaltham
In Coldwaltham, that means homes and buildings near The Labouring Man pub and Lodge Hill Residential Centre, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 1.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Amberley Museum (2.8 miles south) and Amberley Castle (2 miles south). The countryside around Coldwaltham includes Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Bignor Hill.
What a gutter survey does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Pipes below ground level
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
Different roofs, different checks
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. Splits and failed joints in the lead can let water straight in.
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
If we think the problem lies underground, we’ll say so, so a drain survey can be arranged. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we’re there.
Watch your gutters from ground level or a window during heavy rain. Overflows and dripping joints are a sign to act before damage builds up.
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Rural addresses near Coldwaltham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Advice
What affects the price in Coldwaltham
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Signs you need a gutter survey in Coldwaltham
Moss grows on many tiled and slate roofs, and heavy rain washes clumps of it into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that holds water in the gutter and lets weeds take root.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring