West Sussex · London and the South East
Crawley Down Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Crawley Down, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Joints that drip after rain
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
About our gutter survey in Crawley Down
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 stain the soffits below. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We don’t test for asbestos, so we flag anything that might contain it for a specialist asbestos surveyor to check. We survey fascias and soffits, outlets and hoppers and downpipes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are dripping or leaking gutter joints and overflowing valley or parapet gutters.
In a smaller place like Crawley Down, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
If any part of the gutter couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Crawley Down (RH10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Gutter surveys around Crawley Down
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Crawley Down has a long history of building, with Saint Hill Manor about 2.4 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
The streets around a church like All Saints Parish Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Crawley Down is about 3 miles west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Crawley Down can all book gutter surveys. Our West Sussex coverage includes Crawley Down.
Here we cover the RH10 postcode area for gutter surveys. You’ll find streets such as Station Road, Forest Close and Burleigh Way, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Furnace Wood (1 mile north), Snow Hill (1 mile north), Turners Hill (1 mile south), Domewood (1 mile north) and Felbridge (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (3 miles east) and Broadfield (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Crawley Down
Typical jobs here are in homes near Imberhorne School. For rail, the closest station is East Grinstead station, about 2.5 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Queen Victoria Hospital (3.5 miles east) and Effingham Park Motor Museum (1.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Hedgecourt Lake.
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. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. For a survey in Crawley Down, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You let us know where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- We walk round the building and check the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- A report with photographs and recommendations follows.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What affects the price in Crawley Down
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- When you need the report by
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
When to book a survey in Crawley Down
Valley, parapet and box gutters are frequently lined with lead or a sheet material. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building, because there is no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
Problems we come across often include:
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Choked outlets or hopper heads
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Leaks at the gutter joints
If you let a flat or house near East Grinstead station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before booking anyone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times
How the survey changes by roof type
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. We record any corrosion or leaks we see.
Fascias and soffits
Fascias carry the gutters, so a rotten fascia can let the gutter drop. Damaged or stained boards are recorded.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Make sure downpipe clips are holding
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Have overhanging branches cut back
Report times depend on the package you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We email it to you once it is done.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof by someone who can do it safely. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
What we can’t see
A survey is a proper look at the gutter, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- The inside of buried drains
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
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FAQs for Crawley Down
Do you cover smaller places like Crawley Down?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near East Grinstead station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.