Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Gutter Survey in Kemptown
A survey of gutters, valleys, outlets and downpipes in Kemptown, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Rotten fascias or stained soffits
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
How a gutter survey works in Kemptown
Gutters carry rain off the roof and away from the walls. When they block, leak or lose their fall, the water goes where it shouldn’t and that usually means the walls or the inside of the building. We check the full rainwater system above ground, from eaves gutters and valleys to outlets, hoppers and downpipes. You get a photo-illustrated written report. We survey parapet and box gutters, fascias and soffits and valley gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are valley or box gutters that overflow inside and cracked or loose downpipes.
Around Kemptown, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
The written findings come 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.
- Place
- Kemptown (BN2)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Leave gutter checks at height to someone equipped for it
- Book gutter clearing once a year, more often near trees
- Look for new stains on ceilings below valleys after rain
- Keep climbers away from the eaves
Landlords and managing agents can keep the report with the building’s records and use it to plan upkeep. The photographs help when you explain the work to others.
Hidden gutters need clearing too. They block in the same way as the gutters you can see but they’re much harder to spot, so ask for them to be included when gutters are cleared.
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Questions from Kemptown
How do I find out if my home in Kemptown is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Kemptown?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do you check valley and parapet gutters?
Yes, where it is safe to see them. We use the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe, and by drone where it is applicable.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you survey at weekends?
Yes. We survey on weekdays and at weekends. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a day.
What does a gutter survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. For a price for your building, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Why act early in Kemptown
Clearing gutters removes the debris but it won’t explain why water keeps spilling over. We also check the falls, joints, brackets, outlets and downpipes, so you know whether there is more to it. On a bungalow or cottage around Kemptown, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kemptown
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Kemptown, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We agree which parts of the building you’re most worried about.
- We look along each run for debris, sagging and drips.
- We check the outlets, hoppers, downpipes and any overflows.
- Fascias, soffits and the walls below are looked at for signs of overflow.
- Findings are photographed and set out in a written report.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Gutter surveys around Kemptown
Kemptown is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. About 1 mile west lies Royal Pavilion, a reminder of how long the area around Kemptown has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Churchill Square, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. If you live near a park like Queen's Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For landlords with property near Brighton station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Kemptown is about 1 mile south-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We visit Kemptown as part of our work across Brighton and Hove. Kemptown is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover for gutter surveys.
We cover every part of BN2 for gutter surveys. We cover properties on Abbey Road, Manor Road and Eastern Road. We also cover the places around Kemptown: Whitehawk (1 mile north-east), Carlton Hill (1 mile north-west), Hanover (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile north-west) and West Hill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Brighton and Hove (3 miles north-west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Withdean (3 miles north-west), Hangleton (4 miles north-west) and Patcham (4 miles north-west). Kemptown is among the bigger towns we cover in Brighton and Hove.
Landmarks near Kemptown
Around Kemptown, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, Queen's Park and Saint George's Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Kemptown is Brighton station, roughly 1.3 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Brighton Motor Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Churchill Square (1.4 miles west). Open spaces near Kemptown include Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
What a gutter survey does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Underground drains, which need a CCTV drain survey
- What’s behind fascias and inside walls
- Whether a material contains asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Parapet and box gutters
- Outlets and hoppers
- Eaves gutters
- Fascias and soffits
- Downpipes
- Valley gutters
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.