West Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Ditchling Common
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Ditchling Common and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Gutter survey in Ditchling Common
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. Photos show each problem clearly. It’s an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. If you’ve noticed overflowing eaves gutters and leaks at the gutter joints, we can find out what’s behind it, on fascias and soffits, downpipes and valley gutters alike.
Older buildings in small places like Ditchling Common may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Ditchling Common (BN6)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a small place like Ditchling Common, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can be seen safely.
- The roof space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ditchling Common
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Nearby places to Ditchling Common
Other services in Ditchling Common
Common roof problems in Ditchling Common
Falling leaves are the most common cause of blocked gutters. Every autumn, trees fill gutters with leaves, twigs and seeds, and they collect at the outlets. Once an outlet is choked, the gutter fills and overflows.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
If you let a flat or house near Burgess Hill station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the survey will not cover
- Their report turnaround times
What a gutter survey looks like in Ditchling Common
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Ockenden Manor about 4.7 miles north-west, Ditchling Common sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Birchwood Grove Community Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Ditchling Common is about 2 miles south-east of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Ditchling Common can all book gutter surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our West Sussex coverage includes Ditchling Common and the places around it. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the BN6 postcode area for gutter surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Wivelsfield (1 mile north), Wivelsfield Green (2 miles north-east), Plumpton Green (2 miles south-east), Streat (2 miles south) and East Chiltington (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (4 miles north), East Grinstead (13 miles north), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-west) and Lancing (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Ditchling Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Burgess Hill Academy and Burgess Hill Girls, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Burgess Hill station, roughly 1.6 miles west. Nearby you will also find Clayton Castle (3.4 miles south-west) and Burgess Hill Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Ditchling Common include Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Ditchling Beacon.
Common questions in Ditchling Common
Can a landlord with a rental near Burgess Hill station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Will you come out to Ditchling Common?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is there a good time of year to book 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.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No. We look at above-ground rainwater only down to where the downpipes reach the ground. If a drain below ground looks like the cause, the report says so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when booking.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Check the loft with care after heavy rain
- Look out for overflows when it pours
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
- Check downpipe clips are holding
You receive a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. You can pass it to whoever you choose to do the work so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Get the gutters cleared every year or more often near trees. The best time is normally after the leaves have dropped. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.
What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Parts of gutters that can’t be seen safely
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Fascias and soffits
- Parapet and box gutters