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Gutter survey in Goring-by-Sea, West Sussex
Not sure what state the gutter is in? We carry out gutter surveys in Goring-by-Sea and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the gutter as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit normally takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Goring-by-Sea, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You tell us where you’ve seen overflows, drips or damp.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are looked at from ground level and windows.
- We look at hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- Where it is safe, we check the loft for signs of water.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Gutter survey in Goring-by-Sea
Most gutters hang from the fascia boards at the eaves, so we look at the fascias and soffits too. Long-term overflowing can soften and rot timber boards and stain the soffits below. Older buildings, from before 2000, can have asbestos cement soffits, gutters or downpipes. We don’t carry out asbestos testing, but we flag anything that could contain it. If you are worried about dripping or leaking gutter joints and downpipes that are split or coming away, we can find out what’s behind it, on fascias and soffits, parapet and box gutters and eaves gutters alike.
Around Goring-by-Sea, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Goring-by-Sea (BN12, BN99, BN13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A gutter clear-out takes the leaves away, but it does not tell you why a gutter overflows. Our survey also looks at falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes to show whether something else is wrong. In an older home around Goring-by-Sea, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Goring-by-Sea. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Common roof problems in Goring-by-Sea
Many people get in touch after seeing water pour over a gutter in heavy rain. Others spot damp patches, ceiling stains or green marks on the walls. A survey helps show where the water is coming from before it causes more harm.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Joints that drip after rain
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Take a building like Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before booking anyone
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What insurance they carry
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
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Goring-by-Sea: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Goring-by-Sea hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like Goring-by-Sea?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is a Saturday or Sunday visit possible?
Yes. Surveys are carried out seven days a week. To find a day that suits, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
What a gutter survey looks like in Goring-by-Sea
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Goring-by-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, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. With Ecclesden Manor about 2.3 miles north-west, Goring-by-Sea 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, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Goring-By-Sea station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Goring-by-Sea is about 1 mile south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We visit Goring-by-Sea as part of our work across West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. Brighton is in our area too.
Here we cover the BN12, BN99 and BN13 postcode area for gutter surveys. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Sea Lane, Jupp's Lane and Goring Road. Neighbouring places we cover for gutter surveys include Ferring (1 mile west), Hangleton (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (2 miles west), Durrington (2 miles north) and West Kingston (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Littlehampton (5 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles east), Lancing (5 miles east), Rustington (4 miles west) and Storrington (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Goring-by-Sea
Typical jobs here are in homes near Durrington Minature Railway, Chatsmore Catholic High School and Worthing College and the streets around them. The closest station to Goring-by-Sea is Goring-By-Sea station, about 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.6 miles north-east) and The Acre (1.8 miles east). For a walk, there is Highdown Hill.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Asbestos testing of old gutters, downpipes or soffits
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Goring-by-Sea
- Valley gutters
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters