East Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Friston
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes across Friston, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Friston
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Friston
Damp patches on inside walls, stains below a valley or water running down the brickwork can frequently be traced to the gutters. We check whether gutters, outlets or downpipes are the likely source, as far as can be seen safely. If the evidence points elsewhere, such as a flashing or the roof covering, we will say so. The next step is suggested too. Common reasons to book are gutters that have fallen out of line and fascia boards damaged by overflowing water, on fascias and soffits, eaves gutters and outlets and hoppers.
Around Friston, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Friston (BN20)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price gutter surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Roof area
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Gutter surveys around Friston
Friston is within about 1 mile of the coast, 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. The wider area around Friston has a long history of building, with Alfriston Clergy House about 3.7 miles north-west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Simon and St Jude are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Eastbourne station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Friston is about 4 miles south-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Friston and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Friston is one of the places in East Sussex where we work for gutter surveys. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in BN20 is covered for gutter surveys. If you need a gutter survey at a property on Dene Side, Dene Close and Michel Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover East Dean (1 mile south-west), Birling Gap (1 mile south), Jevington (2 miles north), Old Town (3 miles east) and Meads (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (4 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (13 miles north-east), Seaford (4 miles west), Lewes (12 miles north-west), Hailsham (7 miles north) and Uckfield (15 miles north).
Landmarks near Friston
We work in homes and buildings around The Tiger Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Eastbourne station, about 3.2 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Eastbourne District General Hospital (3 miles north-east) and Filching Manor And Motor Museum (3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Combe Hill.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
- Check that downpipes are firmly fixed to the wall
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
Questions about the report are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Get trees and climbers near the eaves trimmed back by someone who can do it safely. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
Places near Friston
Other services in Friston
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. In a smaller place like Friston, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- First, you tell us what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, like valleys and parapets, where it’s safe to see them.
- We look in the loft space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Roof by roof
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. Any leaks or corrosion we spot go in the report.
Box and secret gutters
Secret gutters are hidden under the edge of the roof covering, so they’re easy to forget. The report records what could and couldn’t be seen.
Your questions about gutter surveys in Friston
Can a landlord with a rental near Eastbourne station book a roof survey?
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 Friston within the area you cover?
Yes, Friston is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
How do I arrange a gutter survey in Friston?
Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.