East Sussex · London and the South East
Forest Row Gutter Survey
Gutter surveys around Forest Row, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Soffits marked by water
Gutter survey in Forest Row: what you get
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. On buildings from before 2000, some soffits and rainwater goods may be asbestos cement. We do not test for asbestos, but we flag anything that could contain it. Typical surveys look at joints that drip after rain and soffits marked by water, across parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and eaves gutters.
Houses in smaller places like Forest Row can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Forest Row (RH18)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Blockages deep inside downpipes
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- The inside of buried drains
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Forest Row
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Eaves gutters
Questions from Forest Row
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near East Grinstead station?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Forest Row within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Will you check the drains below ground?
No, we do not carry out CCTV drain surveys. The survey covers gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and don’t carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block so we pay close attention to them. Parts of them may not be visible, and we’ll note that in the report.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week. To find a day that suits, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
The report comes with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they can see exactly what’s needed.
Look at the gutters from indoors or the ground when it pours. Water spilling over the edge or out of a joint is a sign that something needs attention before the walls suffer.
Nearby places to Forest Row
Also in Forest Row
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Overflowing water soaks the walls under the gutter. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now usually keeps the fix smaller. Arranging work in a smaller place like Forest Row is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
What you get with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Package prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Forest Row homes and their roofs
With Standen about 2.3 miles west, Forest Row sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. 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, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Take a building like Forest Row Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For landlords with property near East Grinstead station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Forest Row is about 3 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Roofs in Forest Row get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Crawley is in our area too.
All of RH18 is covered for gutter surveys. Local streets include Evelyn Clark Square, Station Road and London Road. We also cover the places around Forest Row: Coleman's Hatch (1 mile east), Wych Cross (2 miles south), Upper Hartfield (2 miles east), Chelwood Gate (3 miles south) and Birchgrove (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (6 miles south-east), Uckfield (9 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (13 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
What’s near Forest Row
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Foresters Arms and Greenfields School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is East Grinstead station, about 3.2 miles north-west. A little further out are East Grinstead Museum (2.8 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (3.6 miles north-east).
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the gutter as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Parking around Forest Row is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- We check hidden gutters, like valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- The loft space is checked for water marks if it’s safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
To get a price for gutter surveys in Forest Row, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.