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Gutter Survey in Jarvis Brook
Gutter surveys in Jarvis Brook and the rest of East Sussex. We survey seven days a week.
- Water backing up from a hidden gutter
- Leaking or loose downpipes
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
What a gutter survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Hidden sections we cannot view safely
- Damage hidden inside walls or behind boards
- Pipes below ground level
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Eaves gutters
- Downpipes
- Outlets and hoppers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Valley gutters
Gutter survey in Jarvis Brook
A gutter needs a steady fall towards its outlet to drain properly. When brackets sag or joints part, water pools, drips and spills over at the low points. We look along each run for sags, gaps and leaking joints and look at the brackets and downpipe clips. Recommendations are written down and prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey downpipes, parapet and box gutters and outlets and hoppers, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are downpipes that are split or coming away and gutters overflowing in heavy rain.
In a small place like Jarvis Brook, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
What you get is a clear record of the gutter on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Jarvis Brook (TN6)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Water spilling from a gutter runs down and soaks the wall below. Given time, it can cause damp patches, damaged pointing and rot in nearby timber. Finding the cause now typically keeps the fix smaller. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Jarvis Brook
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Older rural homes like those around Jarvis Brook can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We ask about overflows, damp or leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look along the gutters, downpipes and fascias from the ground and from windows.
- We check hidden gutters, like valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
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.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
For a price for your roof in Jarvis Brook, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Different roofs, different checks
Aluminium and other metal gutters
On big buildings, one blocked outlet can affect a long run, so we check the outlets carefully.
Fascias and soffits
Some older soffits may contain asbestos. We flag any that could be so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them before they’re disturbed.
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Common questions in Jarvis Brook
I let a flat near Crowborough station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Jarvis Brook is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you look at parapet and box gutters as well?
Yes, as far as they can be seen safely. We look from vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe and a drone where applicable.
What does a gutter survey cost?
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and how easy the gutters are to see. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes, weekend visits are possible as well as weekdays. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you check if gutters are causing damp inside?
Leaking gutters and downpipes are a common cause of damp walls, and the survey looks for that. If the cause looks like something else, the report says so, based on what we can see.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Gutter surveys in Jarvis Brook: local notes
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, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. With Groombridge Place about 4.7 miles north, Jarvis Brook sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near St Michael & All Angels, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Jarvis Brook Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you let a flat or house near Crowborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Jarvis Brook is about 1 mile east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Jarvis Brook and the rest of East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Gutter surveys in TN6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Western Road, Tubwell Lane and Osborne Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Crowborough (1 mile west), Steel Cross (1 mile north), Boarshead (1 mile north), Sweethaws (2 miles south-west) and Marden's Hill (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Lewes (14 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (6 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south-west).
Around Jarvis Brook
Around Jarvis Brook, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Beacon Academy, among other places. Jarvis Brook has its own railway station: Crowborough station. Well-known places in the area include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.3 miles west). The countryside around Jarvis Brook includes Crowborough Country Park.