West Sussex · London and the South East
East Worthing Gutter Survey
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for East Worthing and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
About our gutter survey in East Worthing
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so fascias and soffits are part of the survey. Water that overflows for long enough can rot timber fascias and mark the soffits underneath. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We do not test for asbestos, but we flag anything that could contain it. Common reasons to book are water spilling over the gutter edge and leaks at the gutter joints, on outlets and hoppers, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters.
In a smaller place like East Worthing, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- East Worthing (BN11, BN14, BN15)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in East Worthing
Brackets can loosen, corrode or snap over the years. Wet leaves and silt add a lot of weight and the extra load drags the gutter down. Lose the fall and water gathers in the dip, then overflows.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Valley or box gutters that overflow inside
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
Anyone responsible for a site like Lyndhurst Infant School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking anyone
- What experience they bring
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Left for months, that can lead to damp inside, worn pointing and rotten timber. Finding the cause now normally keeps the fix smaller. In a smaller place like East Worthing, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing doesn’t stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
Nearby places to East Worthing
What else we do in East Worthing
FAQs for East Worthing
Is East Worthing within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Worthing?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, tell us as you book.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange a day.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in East Worthing
The coast is about 1 mile or less from East Worthing, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Homes near green spaces like Beach House Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. If you let a flat or house near East Worthing station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
East Worthing is about 2 miles south-west of Lancing, in West Sussex. We cover East Worthing and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our West Sussex coverage includes East Worthing. Brighton is in our area too.
Surveys in BN11, BN14 and BN15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Ham Road, Eldon Road and Ophir Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around East Worthing: Sompting (1 mile north), Broadwater (1 mile north-west), Lancing (2 miles north-east), Offington (2 miles north-west) and Worthing (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (8 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (4 miles north-east), Rustington (7 miles west) and Storrington (9 miles north-west).
Near you in East Worthing
We work in homes and buildings around Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Half Brick pub and Beach House Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is East Worthing station, about 0.6 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Old Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and Museum of Sussex Folklore (2.1 miles north-west). Not far away are Lancing Ring and Widewater Lagoon.
What happens on the day
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 about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a smaller place like East Worthing, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- We agree which parts of the building you are most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits