West Sussex · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Heyshott Green, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for gutter surveys in Heyshott Green. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Overflowing eaves gutters
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Heyshott Green
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Buildings near trees collect more and moss from the roof slopes makes it worse. We note where gutters are clogged or holding water, which outlets and hoppers are choked and whether overflows are working. The photos show you exactly what we found. Blocked gutters are easy to put off, but they rarely get better. We survey outlets and hoppers, valley gutters and downpipes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are downpipes that are split or coming away and overflowing valley or parapet gutters.
Somewhere as small as Heyshott Green, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Heyshott Green (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a gutter survey looks like in Heyshott Green
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. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Heyshott Green has a long history of building, with Cowdray House about 1.9 miles north. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St James, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Heyshott Green is about 9 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Heyshott Green, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in GU29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Heyshott Green include Heyshott (1 mile south-east), Hoyle (1 mile east), Cocking Causeway (1 mile north-west), Cocking (1 mile south-west) and West Lavington (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (12 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Heyshott Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Unicorn Inn, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Community Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Midhurst Museum (1.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Graffham Common and Levin Down.
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Prices for gutter surveys in Heyshott Green
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Signs you need a gutter survey in Heyshott Green
Valley, parapet and box gutters are often lined with lead or a sheet material. When a lining splits or an outlet blocks, the water can come inside as there’s nowhere harmless for it to go. Lead linings can also be stolen.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gutters full of debris and silt
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Dripping or leaking gutter joints
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
Take a building like Midhurst Rother College: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the survey will not cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
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. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Watch ceilings under valley gutters for fresh marks
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Look for downpipes coming loose
After any work is done, watch the gutters in the next heavy rain. Water should run to the outlets and away without spilling over, and if it doesn’t, raise it with whoever did the job.
Get small faults like a dripping joint or loose downpipe sorted quickly. They tend to get worse, and the water they spill can damage walls and timber.
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Heyshott Green frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- Valley, parapet and box gutters are inspected as far as they can safely be seen.
- We look in the roof space, where there’s safe access, for signs of water getting in.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s hidden inside a downpipe
- Pipes below ground level
- Confirming asbestos in older rainwater goods
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Valley gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Eaves gutters
- Parapet and box gutters
Heyshott Green: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Heyshott Green?
Yes, Heyshott Green is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is Heyshott Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Heyshott Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can the survey be at a weekend?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email to arrange it.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Is a CCTV drain survey included?
No, we don’t carry out CCTV drain surveys. We check gutters, outlets, hoppers, downpipes and overflows and flags signs of a drain problem.