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Gutter Survey in Hadlow Down
Get a clear view of the gutter at a property in Hadlow Down. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
How a gutter survey works in Hadlow Down
We carry out gutter surveys in Hadlow Down as part of our cover across London and the South East. We inspect everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows and from the loft space. Time on site normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. The written report follows, with photos and recommendations. Common reasons to book are blocked outlets and hoppers and dripping or leaking gutter joints, on fascias and soffits, parapet and box gutters and outlets and hoppers.
Older buildings in small places like Hadlow Down may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Hadlow Down (TN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Fascias and soffits
Soffits and timber fascias suffer when gutters overflow. We check them along with the gutters.
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Joints and fixings are the weak points on metal gutters. We record any corrosion or leaks we see.
Why act early in Hadlow Down
Climbing a ladder to look in the gutters yourself is risky. From ground level you can spot drips and overflows, but valleys, parapets and box gutters are hard to see. We inspect as far as it is safe to see and put it in writing. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Gutter surveys in Hadlow Down: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Buxted station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. The streets around a church like St Mark's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like St Mark's Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Hadlow Down is about 4 miles south of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We provide gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Hadlow Down and nearby. Our East Sussex coverage includes Hadlow Down. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Gutter surveys in TN22 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Waghorns Lane, School Lane and St Marks Field or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Etchingwood (2 miles south-west), Buxted (2 miles west), Potter's Green (2 miles south-west), Blackboys (2 miles south) and Framfield (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (15 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south), Crowborough (4 miles north), Uckfield (4 miles south-west) and Newhaven (15 miles south).
Near you in Hadlow Down
Hadlow Down’s nearest station is Buxted station, about 2.1 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Tickerage Castle (2.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hadlow Down include Selwyns Wood.
FAQs for Hadlow Down
How do I find out if my home in Hadlow Down is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Buxted station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey underground drains?
No. Our gutter survey covers rainwater above ground down to where the downpipes reach the ground. Where a below-ground drain seems to be the problem, we will tell you.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
What does a gutter survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
How do I book a survey in Hadlow Down?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What affects the price in Hadlow Down
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hadlow Down. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Hadlow Down often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First, you tell us 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, such as 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.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.