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Gutter survey in Haywards Heath, West Sussex
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Haywards Heath, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Brackets that have dropped or snapped
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Different roofs, different checks
Box and secret gutters
A box gutter is built into the roof, often behind a parapet, so overflows can end up inside. We check them where they can be seen safely.
Fascias and soffits
Most gutters are fixed to the fascia, so rot in the boards can loosen the whole run. We note soft, stained or damaged boards we can see.
About our gutter survey in Haywards Heath
Most blocked gutters are full of leaves, moss or silt. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. Our survey shows which gutters are blocked or standing full and where outlets or hoppers are choked and whether any overflows are doing their job. Photos show each problem clearly. Blocked gutters are easy to put off but it rarely improves. We survey outlets and hoppers, parapet and box gutters and fascias and soffits, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters that have fallen out of line and joints that drip after rain.
Semis and terraces in a town like Haywards Heath share roof details with the neighbours. When a stack or gutter is shared, the problem may not be on your side alone. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can safely be seen. It helps to mention any shared stacks or gutters when you book.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Haywards Heath (RH16, RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey looks like in Haywards Heath
About 2.1 miles west lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Haywards Heath has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Homes near green spaces such as Scrase Valley can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Take an older house close to Church of the Presentation: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Warden Park Primary Academy, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Haywards Heath is about 9 miles south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Roofs in Haywards Heath get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Haywards Heath is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for gutter surveys. Crawley is in our area too.
We cover every part of the RH16 and RH17 postcode area for gutter surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Church Road, Market Place and High Street or anywhere close by, we can help. With the A272 and B2028 close by, Haywards Heath is easy for us to reach for gutter surveys. Other places close to Haywards Heath include Scaynes Hill (2 miles east), Wivelsfield (2 miles south), Wivelsfield Green (3 miles south-east), Ditchling Common (4 miles south) and North Chailey (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (9 miles north-west), Horsham (11 miles north-west), Burgess Hill (3 miles south-west), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-west) and Lancing (15 miles south-west). Haywards Heath is one of the larger places we cover in West Sussex.
Around Haywards Heath
We work in homes and buildings around The Heath Tavern, Scrase Valley and Tavistock and Summerhill School, among other places. The closest station to Haywards Heath is Haywards Heath station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Waterbury Castle (3.8 miles north-east) and St Francis & Hurstwood Park Hospital Museum (0.8 miles north). Open spaces near Haywards Heath include Ashenground and Bolnore Woods.
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s easy to put damp down to the wrong cause. If a leaking gutter or downpipe is the source, other work on the wall will not stop it. Checking the gutters first helps you spend in the right place. Blocked gutters and downpipes on homes in Haywards Heath overflow onto walls. A slipped tile or worn flashing does the same higher up. Neither gets better on its own.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Haywards Heath
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent view of the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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Useful tips for Haywards Heath property owners
Getting the most from a gutter survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Have gutters cleared at least once a year
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
Questions about the report are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey comes with an in-person one.
Have overhanging branches and climbing plants cut back from the roof using someone with the right kit. Less debris means fewer blocked outlets.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a visit in Haywards Heath, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from ground level and from windows.
- Any valley, parapet or box gutters are looked at as far as safe access allows.
- 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
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
For a price for gutter surveys in Haywards Heath, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the gutter, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Hidden sections we can’t view safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Eaves gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Valley gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
FAQs for Haywards Heath
Do you carry out roof surveys in Haywards Heath?
Yes, Haywards Heath is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can a landlord with a rental near Haywards Heath station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes. These gutters often cause leaks indoors when they block, so they’re an important part of the survey. Parts of them may not be visible, and the report says so.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week. To find a day that suits, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.