East Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Hellingly
We take a careful look at the gutter at your property in Hellingly, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Sagging gutters and loose brackets
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Hellingly
We carry out gutter surveys in Hellingly as part of our cover across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from ground level, windows, the loft space and the roof where it is safe. Time on site usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. The written report follows, with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed rotten fascias or stained soffits and water backing up from a hidden gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a smaller place like Hellingly, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. 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.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the gutter, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Hellingly (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Hellingly property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Look for downpipes coming loose
- Have overhanging branches cut back
- Check from ground level or a window, not a ladder
- Get the gutters cleaned out every year
Report times depend on the package you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s sent to you by email once it’s done.
Don’t forget valley, parapet and box gutters. They collect leaves and silt just like eaves gutters but you cannot check them from the street, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hellingly
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Towns and villages near Hellingly
What else we do in Hellingly
Local roofs in Hellingly
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Horselunges Manor about 0.6 miles west, Hellingly sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building like Hawkes Farm Academy, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Hellingly is about 1 mile north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We visit Hellingly as part of our work across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
We cover every part of BN27 for gutter surveys and the streets around it. We offer gutter surveys to properties on Station Road, Cheviot Street and Iris Close and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out gutter surveys in Upper Horsebridge (1 mile south-west), Lower Horsebridge (1 mile west), Magham Down (1 mile east), Hailsham (1 mile south) and Tile Hurst (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (13 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles east), Seaford (10 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Crowborough (12 miles north).
Near you in Hellingly
In Hellingly, that means homes and buildings near Hailsham Community College. For rail, the closest station is Polegate station, roughly 4.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hellingly Hospital Railway (less than half a mile north) and Sussex Farm Museum (3.6 miles north).
Hellingly: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hellingly?
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.
Is Hellingly within the area you cover?
Yes. Hellingly is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. Surveys are carried out seven days a week. To find a day that suits, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What’s the price of a gutter survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The size of the property and the access affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you tell me if my old gutters contain asbestos?
No, that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor. On buildings from before 2000, we flag materials that could contain it so you can arrange that check.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
When to book a survey in Hellingly
Leaves are behind most blocked gutters. Nearby trees drop leaves, twigs and seeds into gutters every autumn, and they collect at the outlets. A choked outlet soon means a full, overflowing gutter.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Overflowing eaves gutters
Landlords with a home close to Polegate station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
What to check before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What insurance they carry
- Will the report include photos?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. A visit to Hellingly is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with what you’ve noticed, like damp or overflowing gutters.
- The eaves gutters, downpipes and fascias are checked from ground level and windows.
- We check hidden gutters as far as safe access allows.
- The roof space is checked for staining, where it can be reached safely.
- You receive a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Aluminium and other metal gutters
Long metal gutter runs on larger buildings can hide blocked outlets, so we check the outlets carefully.
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Lead gutters need their linings, steps and outlets in good order where it is safe to see them. Lead is also a target for theft.