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Gutter survey in Heyshott, West Sussex
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Heyshott. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gutters overflowing in heavy rain
- Hoppers and outlets full of debris
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Gutter survey in Heyshott: what you get
Leaves, moss and silt are the usual reasons gutters block. Homes close to trees fill their gutters faster, and moss washing off a tiled or slate roof adds to it. 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 they rarely get better. If you are worried about leaks at the gutter joints and choked outlets or hopper heads, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Heyshott 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Heyshott (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Heyshott
About 2.5 miles north lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around Heyshott has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex often 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.
Heyshott is about 8 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Bookings from Heyshott are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our West Sussex coverage includes Heyshott. Portsmouth is in our area too.
All of GU29 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Hoyle (1 mile north-east), Heyshott Green (1 mile north-west), Cocking (1 mile west), Cocking Causeway (2 miles north-west) and West Lavington (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (11 miles south), Chichester (8 miles south), Selsey (15 miles south), Littlehampton (13 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west) and Rustington (13 miles south-east).
Around Heyshott
In Heyshott, that means homes and buildings near Unicorn Inn. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Graffham Common and Levin Down.
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Common roof problems in Heyshott
Hidden gutters are often lined with lead or another sheet covering. Splits and blocked outlets in these gutters can send water straight into the building, because there is no outer edge for it to spill over. Lead linings can also be stolen.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
- Gutters that have fallen out of line
- Downpipes that are split or coming away
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St James, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their report turnaround times
- What follow-up you get after the report
What you can safely check yourself
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. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What affects the price in Heyshott
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll usually ask about:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Parts of gutters that cannot be seen safely
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- The inside of a downpipe along its whole length
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Heyshott
- Eaves gutters
- Valley gutters
- Downpipes
- Fascias and soffits
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask for valleys and parapet gutters to be cleared too
- Check downpipe clips are holding
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Have overhanging branches cut back
For let and shared buildings, the report can go on file to help plan maintenance. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Get the gutters cleared every year or more frequently near trees. The best time is typically after the leaves have dropped. Clean gutters can do their job.
Heyshott questions
Do you cover smaller places like Heyshott?
Yes. Heyshott is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you cover Heyshott?
Yes, Heyshott is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We will give you an idea when you book.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Overflowing gutters often lead to damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the evidence points elsewhere, we’ll say so, based on what we can see.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, depending on how many gutter runs and downpipes there are. Somewhere as small as Heyshott, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- Each gutter run is checked for blockages, sags and leaking joints.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- We check fascias, soffits and walls for water damage.
- You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.