West Sussex · London and the South East
Funtington Gutter Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Funtington. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
Gutter survey in Funtington
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. It is an easy job to put off, but they rarely get better. If you’ve noticed hoppers and outlets full of debris and cracked or loose downpipes, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Funtington, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Funtington (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Clearing gutters removes the debris but it won’t explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. Around Funtington, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Funtington
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What we do, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Older rural homes like those around Funtington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, you let us know what you’ve seen, such as overflows or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from the ground and vantage points.
- 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 is safe to get into.
- We send a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Cast iron gutters
A cracked cast iron downpipe can leak down the wall unseen, so we check the wall behind for staining.
Fascias and soffits
Overflowing water stains soffits and rots timber. We check them along with the gutters.
What a gutter survey looks like in Funtington
Funtington lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you look after a building such as Funtington Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Historic houses such as West Dean House, about 4.6 miles north-east, show how far back building around Funtington goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Funtington is about 4 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Funtington, we can survey the roof. Funtington is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO18 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Church Lane, Lynch Down and Weston Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include West Ashling (1 mile south-east), East Ashling (1 mile south-east), Hambrook (1 mile south-west), Racton (1 mile west) and Lordington (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (9 miles south-east), Chichester (4 miles south-east), Selsey (10 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Portfield (5 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Funtington
Around Funtington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fox And Hounds Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Funtington is Nutbourne station, roughly 1.8 miles south-west. A little further out are Chichester Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Emsworth Museum (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Funtington include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Nearby places to Funtington
Also in Funtington
Questions from Funtington
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Nutbourne station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Funtington?
Yes, Funtington is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Could my damp wall be caused by the gutters?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and we check for exactly that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we will say so as far as we can tell from what’s visible.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Funtington
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building, because there’s no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Joints that drip after rain
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Mary, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is added on top
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check from the ground or a window, not a ladder
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Note any damp stains below the gutters
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and clear written recommendations. Share it with a contractor of your choice so they know what needs doing.
Have your gutters cleared at least once a year, and more often if trees overhang the roof. Late autumn, after the leaves have fallen, is a sensible time. Clear gutters can carry water away as they should.