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Gutter survey in Hampers Green, West Sussex
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes for Hampers Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
What happens if roof problems are left?
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’s safe to see and put it in writing. For older village homes like those around Hampers Green, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why book us in Hampers Green
- An independent look at the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Gutter survey in Hampers Green: what you get
We check the rainwater system above ground level, from the gutters down to where the downpipes meet the ground. It isn’t a CCTV drain survey, so we cannot see inside underground pipes. Where water seems to be backing up from below ground, we’ll say so in the report, so you can get the drains checked separately. Problems above ground, from split hoppers to leaking downpipes, are photographed and noted. Typical surveys look at gutters overflowing in heavy rain and fascia boards damaged by overflowing water, on valley gutters, downpipes and parapet and box gutters.
Some older homes in villages like Hampers Green are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Hampers Green (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Get trees that overhang the gutters trimmed
- Check downpipe clips are holding
- Do not leave hidden gutters out of a clear-out
- Watch the gutters during heavy rain
Where the evidence points to drains below ground, the report says so, so you can arrange a drain survey. We also note anything else we spot on the roof while we are there.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you cannot check them from the street, so make sure they’re included in any clearing work.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Hampers Green
Plenty of tiled and slate roofs carry moss, and rain washes it down into the gutters. With grit from the coverings, it forms a thick sludge that slows the flow and lets weeds take root.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Church of St Mary the Virgin, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Which limits apply to the survey
Questions from Hampers Green
I let a flat near Pulborough station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hampers Green?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
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 drop us an email.
How long does a gutter survey take?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, and longer for larger or complex roofs.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to arrange it.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Cottages and farmhouses around Hampers Green frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, such as valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hampers Green. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Gutter surveys around Hampers Green
The wider area around Hampers Green has a long history of building, with Petworth House about 0.6 miles south. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Petworth Cof E Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Pulborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Hampers Green is about 13 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Hampers Green is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We cover every part of the GU28 postcode area for gutter surveys. Streets in the area include London Road, Hampers Green and Northend Close, and we cover them all. Other places close to Hampers Green include Petworth (1 mile south), Tillington (1 mile south-west), Upperton (1 mile west), Haslingbourne (2 miles south) and Rotherbridge (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (13 miles east), Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (13 miles south) and Rustington (13 miles south).
What’s near Hampers Green
Around Hampers Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Old Square Tavern, among other places. The closest station to Hampers Green is Pulborough station, roughly 4.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Coultershaw Heritage Site (2 miles south) and Midhurst Community Hospital (5.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include The Mens.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.